National Prosecutor's Office – €19,800 Fine (Poland, 2024)
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The National Prosecutor's Office in Poland was fined for disclosing personal information about a crime victim during a press conference. This case matters because it underscores the need for organizations to protect sensitive data and follow legal guidelines. The office failed to report the breach, which added to the seriousness of the violation.
What happened
The National Prosecutor's Office disclosed personal data of a crime victim without a valid legal basis during a press conference.
Who was affected
The individual whose personal data was disclosed, a victim involved in criminal proceedings.
What the authority found
The Polish data protection authority found that the office violated GDPR by not having a valid legal basis for the disclosure and failing to report the breach.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a warning to public institutions about the importance of safeguarding personal data. It highlights the need for all organizations to adhere to data protection laws to avoid similar penalties.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 19,800 on the National Prosecutor's Office. During a press conference, the public prosecutor's office disclosed an individual's personal data, such as their first and last name and special categories of data, without a valid legal basis. The DPA also found that the controller failed to report the data breach to the DPA and the data subject.
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No other enforcement actions found for National Prosecutor's Office in PL
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Details
Fine Date
2 September 2024
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€19,800
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. National Prosecutor's Office - Poland (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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