CCPA Compliance in 2025: Updates to fines & Penalties
As of January 1st, 2025, businesses subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) must be aware of significant updates to the potential fines and penalties for non-compliance. These adjustments, mandated by California law and tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), reflect the state's ongoing commitment to protecting consumer data privacy.
Key Changes:
Increased Administrative Fines: Fines for non-compliance have increased to $2,663 per violation.
Higher Penalties for Intentional Violations: Intentional violations or those involving the mishandling of data from minors (under 16) now carry a penalty of $7,988 per violation.
Implications for Businesses:
These increased penalties underscore the importance of prioritizing CCPA compliance. Businesses that handle the personal information of California consumers should review their data privacy practices and ensure they have the necessary safeguards in place to protect consumer data.
What Businesses Should Do:
Perform compliance audits
Review policies, and how they are being implemented
Educate your employees on CCPA requirements and best practices
Engage in incident response planning
