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Can you summarize Law No. 4624/2019 Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) (in Greek)?
Greece Laws - Others > Law No. 4624/2019 Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) (in Greek)
Short Summary
This Law replaces the legislative framework governing the establishment and operation of the Data Protection Authority. It adopts measures for implementing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and transposes Directive (EU) 2016/680. The provisions of this Law apply to the processing of personal data by public bodies and private bodies processing personal data in Greek territory. The Law defines the territorial scope and provides definitions for terms used. It establishes the tasks and obligations of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) in public bodies and ensures their independence. The Hellenic Data Protection Authority is responsible for supervising the application of the GDPR and other regulations relating to the protection of personal data in Greece. The Authority has investigative and corrective powers, including the ability to impose administrative penalties. The Law also addresses the processing of personal data for other purposes, such as scientific research and archiving, and provides provisions for the processing of personal data in the context of employment.
Whom does it apply to?
Public bodies, private bodies processing personal data in Greek territory, controllers or processors falling within the scope of GDPR
What does it govern?
Establishment and operation of the Data Protection Authority, implementation of GDPR, transposition of Directive (EU) 2016/680
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Administrative penalties as provided for in Article 83 of the GDPR and Article 39 of this Law
Jurisdiction
Greece