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Danish National Genome Center – €6,700 Fine (Denmark, 2022)
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The Danish National Genome Center was fined EUR 6,700 for processing personal data without consulting the DPA, despite a risk assessment indicating potential harm to individuals. This ruling is significant because it reinforces the need for organizations to seek guidance when high risks are identified. It shows that ignoring this step can lead to financial penalties.
What happened
The Danish National Genome Center processed personal data without consulting the Danish DPA after a risk assessment indicated high risks.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal data was processed by the Danish National Genome Center were affected.
What the authority found
The Danish DPA determined that the center violated GDPR by failing to consult the authority before processing data that posed high risks.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of conducting proper risk assessments and consulting with authorities when necessary. Organizations should be proactive in understanding their obligations under data protection laws.
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The Danish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 6,700 on the Danish National Genome Center. The center had conducted a data protection impact assessment that revealed circumstances that could pose a high risk to the rights of data subjects. The DPA imposed the fine because the center had processed personal data without first consulting the DPA, even though the impact assessment had revealed a high risk to data subjects. The center has complied with all the DPA's requests and has shown good cooperation with the authority.
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Details
Fine Date
25 March 2022
Authority
Datatilsynet (Denmark)
Fine Amount
€6,700
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Danish National Genome Center - Denmark (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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