Legal Person – €9,420 Fine (Czech Republic, 2020)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A legal entity in the Czech Republic was fined for sending unsolicited marketing messages during the COVID-19 pandemic. This action violated data protection rules that require consent for marketing communications. The fine emphasizes the need for businesses to respect privacy laws, especially during emergencies.
What happened
The legal entity sent unsolicited marketing communications to data mailbox holders during the pandemic.
Who was affected
Individuals who received unsolicited marketing messages were affected by this violation.
What the authority found
The Czech DPA found that the legal entity violated GDPR by sending marketing messages without proper consent.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a reminder that businesses must obtain consent before sending marketing communications, even during emergencies. It reinforces the importance of respecting privacy rights.
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The Czech DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 8,340 on a legal person. During the state of emergency (COVID-19 pandemic), the accused sent unsolicited marketing communications for a period of at least one month to data mailbox holders, which is an aggravating factor.
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Fine
€9K
Details
Fine Date
18 December 2020
Authority
Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů
Fine Amount
€9,420
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Legal Person - Czech Republic (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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