Private individual – €1,500 Fine (Spain, 2022)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual in Spain was fined for using a CCTV camera that captured images of a neighbor's private space. The Spanish data protection authority determined this was a violation of privacy rules. This case shows that even personal surveillance can lead to legal consequences if it intrudes on others' privacy.
What happened
A private individual used a CCTV camera that recorded a neighbor's private space.
Who was affected
Neighbors whose private spaces were captured by the individual's CCTV camera.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the individual violated data minimization principles under GDPR.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the need for individuals to be mindful of privacy when using surveillance equipment. It serves as a warning that personal actions can have legal implications, especially regarding privacy rights.
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Usage of CCTV camera that was also capturing foreign private space of a neighbour.
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Details
Fine Date
14 January 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€1,500
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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