Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS – €5,000 Fine (Norway, 2022)
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Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS was fined EUR 5,000 by Norway's Datatilsynet for running a credit check without a valid reason. This matters because businesses must have a legal basis before accessing personal data like credit information. The case highlights the importance of respecting privacy rules when handling sensitive data.
What happened
Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS conducted a credit check on an individual without a legal basis.
Who was affected
The person whose credit information was checked without permission.
What the authority found
The Norwegian authority found that Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS lacked a valid legal basis for the credit check, violating GDPR.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for companies to ensure they have a legal reason before accessing personal data. It serves as a reminder that even small infractions can lead to fines under GDPR.
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The Norwegian DPA (Datatilsynet) fined Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS EUR 5,000. The controller had carried out a credit check on an individual, although there was no legal basis for doing so.
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Other enforcement actions involving Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS in NO
Details
Fine Date
1 February 2022
Authority
Datatilsynet (Norway)
Fine Amount
€5,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1070
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Etterforsker1 Gruppen AS - Norway (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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