Private Person – €2,000 Fine (Spain, 2020)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual was fined for using a CCTV camera that captured images of a neighbor's private space. This matters because it shows that people must respect the privacy of others when using surveillance equipment. It serves as a reminder for anyone using cameras to ensure they are not invading others' privacy.
What happened
A fine of €2,000 was imposed for capturing footage of a neighbor's private area with a CCTV camera.
Who was affected
The neighbor whose private space was recorded without consent.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority determined that the CCTV usage violated privacy rules.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of privacy when using surveillance tools. It reminds small business owners and individuals to be cautious about where their cameras are pointed.
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Usage of CCTV camera that was also capturing foreign private space of a neighbour.
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Fine
€2K
Details
Fine Date
9 October 2020
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€2,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-417
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private Person - Spain (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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