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Private individual – €500 Fine (Spain, 2022)
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A private individual in Spain was fined EUR 500 for installing video cameras that recorded public spaces and sharing those images on Facebook. The Spanish DPA found this violated the principle of data minimization, which is important for protecting people's privacy.
What happened
The individual installed video surveillance cameras that recorded public areas and published the footage on Facebook.
Who was affected
People captured in the surveillance footage, including passersby and customers, were affected.
What the authority found
The DPA ruled that the individual violated data protection rules by not minimizing data collection.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of limiting surveillance to necessary areas and not sharing footage publicly. Individuals and businesses should be cautious about how they use surveillance technology.
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The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has imposed a fine of EUR 500 on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered the public space and furthermore published the recorded images on Facebook. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Details
Fine Date
29 November 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€500
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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