Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2022)
General GDPR enforcement action
This case relates to broader data protection obligations, not specifically to cookie or consent banner compliance. It is not included in cookie statistics or the Risk Calculator.
Another private individual in Spain received a fine for similar reasons related to video surveillance. The Spanish data authority found that the cameras were not used in a way that minimized data collection, which is crucial for protecting privacy. This case serves as a reminder for individuals to be mindful of privacy when using surveillance equipment.
What happened
A private individual installed video surveillance cameras that also recorded public areas.
Who was affected
People in the public spaces affected by the individual's video surveillance.
What the authority found
The Spanish data authority determined that the individual violated the principle of data minimization under GDPR.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes the importance of privacy in personal surveillance practices and encourages individuals to comply with data protection rules.
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The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has imposed a fine of EUR 300 on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered the public space.
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Details
Fine Date
21 November 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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