Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual was fined for installing video cameras that recorded their neighbor's property. The Spanish DPA found this violated rules about only collecting necessary data. This case reminds everyone to be mindful of privacy when using surveillance equipment.
What happened
A person installed video surveillance cameras that recorded footage of a neighbor's property.
Who was affected
Neighbors who were recorded without their consent by the individual's surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA ruled that the individual violated the principle of data minimization by capturing unnecessary footage.
Why this matters
This case underscores the importance of respecting privacy boundaries when using surveillance technology. Individuals should ensure their cameras do not invade others' privacy.
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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 recorded a neighbor property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Fine
€300
Details
Fine Date
20 January 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1580
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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