[PDF] Commission nationale de l informatique et des libertés

Who chairs the CNIL?

Its existence was established by the French loi n° 78-17 on Information Technology, Data Files and Civil Liberty of 6 January 1978, and it is the national data protection authority for France. From September 2011 to February 2019, the CNIL has been chaired by Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin. It's now chaired by Marie-Laure Denis.

How many members does the CNIL have?

The CNIL is composed of seventeen members from various government entities, four of whom are members of the French parliament ( Assemblée nationale and Sénat ); twelve of these members are elected by their representative organisations in the CNIL.

What does CNIL do?

The CNIL ensures that they find solutions that allow them to pursue their legitimate objectives in strict compliance with the rights and freedoms of individuals. In order to detect and analyze technologies or new uses that could have a significant on impact on privacy, the CNIL maintains a dedicated watch.

What can a CNIL impose on a data controller?

It can impose on a data controller to regularize its processing (formal notice) or impose sanctions (fine, etc.). investigations including 173 online, 118 on site, 65 document-based et 28 on hearings. The CNIL supports the development of new technologies on a daily basis and takes part in the construction of a digital ethic.