Private individual – €180 Fine (Spain, 2022)
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A private individual in Spain was fined EUR 180 for installing video cameras that recorded public spaces. The Spanish data protection authority found this violated the principle of data minimization, which means only necessary data should be collected. This case highlights the importance of respecting privacy when using surveillance tools.
What happened
A private individual installed video surveillance cameras that covered public areas.
Who was affected
People in the public space captured by the individual's surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The authority ruled that the individual violated the principle of data minimization under GDPR.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes that even private individuals must be cautious about how much data they collect through surveillance. It serves as a reminder for anyone using cameras to ensure they only capture necessary footage.
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The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has imposed a fine of EUR 180 on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered the public space. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Details
Fine Date
12 August 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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