§ 68 DSG NRW
Compensation for damages
(1)Where the data subject has suffered damage through unlawful or inaccurate processing of their personal data under the provisions of this Act or other provisions on data protection, the body responsible for the controller shall be liable to the data subject for compensation. The obligation to pay compensation shall not apply insofar as, in the case of non-automated processing, the damage is not attributable to fault on the part of the controller.
(2)For damage that is not pecuniary damage, the data subject may claim appropriate compensation in money.
(3)Several parties liable for compensation shall be jointly and severally liable.
(4)With regard to contributory fault on the part of the data subject, Sections 254 and 839(3) of the Civil Code shall apply accordingly. The limitation periods for torts under the Civil Code shall apply accordingly to the limitation of claims.
(5)Further claims for compensation for damages shall remain unaffected.