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Police Officer: Insufficient legal basis for data processing

A police officer used a witness's personal data to contact her personally.

€800 Fine
Police Officer
GERMANY
Art. 6 GDPR

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A police officer used a witness's personal data to contact her personally.

Industry: Individuals and Private Associations

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