Legal Person – €10,070 Fine (Czech Republic, 2020)

€10,070Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů18 December 2020Czech Republic
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General GDPR enforcement action

This case relates to broader data protection obligations, not specifically to cookie or consent banner compliance. It is not included in cookie statistics or the Risk Calculator.

A company in the Czech Republic was fined for sending unwanted marketing emails during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Czech data protection authority found this especially serious because it happened during a state of emergency. This case highlights the importance of respecting privacy laws even in challenging times.

What happened

A company sent unsolicited marketing emails to data mailbox holders during the COVID-19 state of emergency.

Who was affected

Data mailbox holders who received unwanted marketing emails from the company.

What the authority found

The Czech data protection authority ruled that the company lacked a valid legal basis for sending these emails, violating GDPR's requirements.

Why this matters

This case serves as a reminder that companies must adhere to privacy laws, even during emergencies. It underscores the need for businesses to ensure they have a valid reason, like consent, before sending marketing communications.

GDPR Articles Cited

Art. 14(GDPR)
Art. 6(1) GDPR
Full Legal Summary
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The Czech DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 8,340 on a legal person. During the state of emergency (COVID-19 pandemic), the accused sent unsolicited marketing communications for a period of at least one month to data mailbox holders, which is an aggravating factor.

Related Enforcement Actions (20)

Other enforcement actions involving Legal Person in CZ

Current
Dec 2020

Fine

€10K

Details

Fine Date

18 December 2020

Authority

Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů

Fine Amount

€10,070

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-2786

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