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Unknown – €5,800 Fine (Poland, 2024)
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The Polish data protection authority fined an unnamed company for not appointing a data protection officer as required. This is important because it highlights the need for businesses to have proper data governance in place. The fine serves as a reminder for companies to comply with data protection regulations.
What happened
An unnamed company was fined for failing to appoint a data protection officer and provide contact details to the authority.
Who was affected
The company itself was affected by the fine imposed by the Polish data protection authority.
What the authority found
The authority ruled that the company did not meet the legal requirement to appoint a data protection officer and inform the authority in a timely manner.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of having a data protection officer. Companies should ensure they understand and comply with data protection requirements to avoid fines.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 5,800 on a data controller. The controller failed to appoint a data protection officer and to provide the DPA with the contact details in a timely manner.
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Fine
€6K
Details
Fine Date
18 October 2024
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€5,800
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