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20 January 2015

Peruvian Data Protection Authority Fails To Enforce Its First Fine

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On October 30, the Peruvian Data Protection Authority ("ANPDP") issued a fine of PEN228,000 (approximately US$78,000) against the website DatosPeru.org after the site failed to remove inaccurate personal information regarding two public officials (first fine and second fine).
Peru Privacy

On October 30, the Peruvian Data Protection Authority ("ANPDP") issued a fine of PEN228,000 (approximately US$78,000) against the website DatosPeru.org after the site failed to remove inaccurate personal information regarding two public officials (first fine and second fine). However, the fine is currently unenforceable because ANPDP has not been able to determine who owns the web domain or to identify the person who should be sanctioned.

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