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Lawyer – €843 Fine (Hungary, 2021)
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A Hungarian lawyer was fined €843 for improperly sharing documents containing personal data of a client during a criminal case. This ruling serves as a reminder that legal professionals must handle sensitive information with care. Anyone managing client data should ensure confidentiality to avoid penalties.
What happened
A lawyer disclosed documents with personal data without authorization during criminal proceedings.
Who was affected
The client whose personal data was disclosed without permission.
What the authority found
The Hungarian Data Protection Authority determined that the lawyer violated GDPR rules by failing to protect client confidentiality.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for strict confidentiality in handling personal data. Professionals must implement safeguards to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.
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The Hungarian DPA imposed a fine of EUR 843 on a lawyer for having unauthorizedly disclosed documents containing personal data of his client in the course of criminal proceedings.
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Details
Fine Date
3 December 2021
Authority
Nemzeti Adatvédelmi és Információszabadság Hatóság
Fine Amount
€843
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Lawyer - Hungary (2021). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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