Mar 20 • 11:10 UTC 🇵🇱 Poland Rzeczpospolita

Lawyers' data published online without their consent. There is an investigation by the prosecutor's office

An investigation has been launched by the prosecutor's office regarding a website impersonating official legal registries and misleading users about legal assistance.

The president of the National Council of Legal Advisors, Włodzimierz Chróścik, announced on social media that an investigation is being conducted into the Lexspace website, which has been reported for months for impersonating an official registry of legal representatives. This website purported to offer free legal assistance while presenting false or misleading data about lawyers and legal advisors. Many users may have been misled into believing they were receiving legitimate legal help from professionals without their consent.

Chróścik highlighted that the website not only published erroneous information but also provided legal advice and documents falsely attributed to lawyers and advisors. This situation creates significant concerns regarding the misuse of personal information and the potential risks for individuals who believe they are engaging with qualified legal professionals. The actions of the legal advisors' council, including reporting the occurrences, have prompted the District Prosecutor's Office in Kraków to initiate legal proceedings regarding the matter.

The Council is calling for anyone affected or misled by the Lexspace site to come forward, which indicates the scope of the investigation and suggests that the problem may be more widespread than initially thought. This incident highlights the importance of online security and the protection of professional identities in the digital age, particularly in sectors where trust and accuracy are paramount, such as law.

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