Private individual – €600 Fine (Spain, 2022)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual in Spain was fined EUR 600 for using a CCTV camera that captured images of a neighbor's private space and public areas. This matters because it emphasizes the need to respect others' privacy when using surveillance. Individuals should ensure their cameras do not invade others' personal spaces.
What happened
The Spanish DPA fined a private individual for using a CCTV camera that intruded on a neighbor's private space.
Who was affected
The neighbor whose private space was captured by the CCTV camera.
What the authority found
The authority found that the individual violated GDPR Article 5(1)(c) by not respecting privacy boundaries.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of using surveillance responsibly. Individuals must be careful not to infringe on others' privacy when installing cameras.
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Usage of CCTV camera that was also capturing foreign private space of a neighbour and the public space.
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Details
Fine Date
9 June 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€600
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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