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Police officer – €7,380 Fine (Germany, 2022)
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A police officer was fined for accessing police databases for personal research over three years. This misuse of data raises concerns about privacy and the responsible use of sensitive information. It serves as a warning to public employees about the consequences of improper data access.
What happened
The police officer accessed data in police databases for private research purposes.
Who was affected
The police officer who misused the police database information.
What the authority found
The DPA imposed a fine of EUR 7,380 on the police officer for unauthorized access to personal data.
Why this matters
This case highlights the need for strict adherence to data access policies, especially for public employees. It shows that misuse of sensitive data can lead to significant penalties.
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A police officer had accessed data in police databases for private research purposes over a period of three years.
Related Enforcement Actions (3)
Other enforcement actions involving Police officer in DE
Fine
€7K
Details
Fine Date
1 January 2022
Authority
Bundesbeauftragter für den Datenschutz
Fine Amount
€7,380
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Police officer - Germany (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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