Elektro & Automasjon Systemer AS – €20,000 Fine (Norway, 2021)
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A Norwegian company was fined EUR 20,000 for conducting a credit check on someone without a valid reason. This matters because it shows that businesses must have a legal basis before accessing personal financial information. The fine serves as a reminder to respect individuals' privacy rights.
What happened
Elektro & Automasjon Systemer AS conducted a credit check on an individual without a legal basis.
Who was affected
The affected individual was a person whose credit information was accessed without proper justification.
What the authority found
The Norwegian DPA determined that the company had no valid legal basis for conducting the credit check, violating GDPR requirements.
Why this matters
This case highlights the necessity for companies to ensure they have a legitimate reason before accessing personal financial data. It reinforces the importance of adhering to privacy laws to avoid penalties.
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The Norwegian DPA (Datatilsynet) fined Elektro & Automasjon Systemer AS EUR 20,000. The controller had carried out a credit check on an individual, although there was no legal basis for doing so.
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Details
Fine Date
13 December 2021
Authority
Datatilsynet (Norway)
Fine Amount
€20,000
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