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Ex-Police Chief Fined for Privacy Breach in Abortion Case

3/29/2025

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Poland's ex-Police Chief Jaroslaw Szymczyk is in hot water, facing a hefty 75,000 PLN fine for breaching privacy laws at a press conference. He revealed sensitive information about Joanna, a woman who had a medication abortion, violating GDPR. In response, Joanna is suing for 100,000 PLN, shining a light on police misconduct.

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Poland's ex-Police Chief Jaroslaw Szymczyk is in hot water, facing a hefty 75,000 PLN fine for breaching privacy laws at a press conference. He revealed sensitive information about Joanna, a woman who had a medication abortion, violating GDPR. In response, Joanna is suing for 100,000 PLN, shining a light on police misconduct.