Legal Person – €26,710 Fine (Czech Republic, 2021)
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.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a Czech company was fined for sending unsolicited marketing messages to people with data mailboxes. This action was considered more serious due to the state of emergency. Businesses should be cautious about sending marketing communications without consent, especially in sensitive times.
What happened
A company sent unsolicited marketing emails to data mailbox holders during the COVID-19 state of emergency.
Who was affected
Individuals with data mailboxes who received unwanted marketing communications.
What the authority found
The Czech data protection authority fined the company for sending marketing messages without consent, violating GDPR rules.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of respecting privacy and consent, especially during emergencies. Companies should ensure they have proper consent before sending marketing communications, as violations can lead to fines.
GDPR Articles Cited
The Czech DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 11,430 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.
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Other enforcement actions involving Legal Person in CZ
Fine
€27K
Details
Fine Date
20 January 2021
Authority
Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů
Fine Amount
€26,710
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2792
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Legal Person - Czech Republic (2021). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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