Severity: Info Other, enforcement BR

ANPD applies first fine for LGPD violations

Original title: ANPD aplica a primeira multa por descumprimento à LGPD

Published
Source: gov.br
Effective
Not stated
Deadline
Not stated
Framework: LGPD
Lei nº 13.709/2018 as amended by Lei nº 15.352/2026 source

Why it matters

The General Coordination of Inspection (CGF/ANPD) concluded an administrative penalty process applying fines and warnings for violations of the General Data Protection Law. This is the ANPD's first fine action, establishing a precedent for data protection law enforcement in Brazil and demonstrating the beginning of the authority's active inspection phase.

What changed

  • ANPD concluded its first penalty process with application of fines for LGPD violations
  • Sanctions include fines and warnings for offenses against the General Data Protection Law

Who is affected

Private and public organizations in Brazil subject to LGPD

What to do

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