Decisions

Decisions

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Fines Explained

In addition to imposing corrective measures, over €4 billion in fines have been levied against organisations as a result of DPC inquiries. To date, approximately €20 million in fines has been collected.

The law provides that fines imposed by the DPC do not become payable until they are confirmed in Court. If no appeal is made against the DPC’s decision, the DPC must apply to the Circuit Court to confirm the fine under the Data Protection Act 2018.

If an appeal is made against the DPC’s decision, the fine cannot be collected pending that appeal. Such appeals are brought either in the Circuit Court or in the High Court, depending on the monetary value of the fine.