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Unknown – €180 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A data controller in Spain was fined for not informing people about video surveillance in its premises. The Spanish data protection authority reduced the fine due to voluntary payment. This case highlights the need for businesses to be transparent about surveillance practices.
What happened
A fine was imposed on a data controller for failing to provide notice about video surveillance.
Who was affected
Visitors and employees who were on the premises where video surveillance was in place without proper notification.
What the authority found
The authority found that the data controller did not comply with the requirement to inform individuals about video surveillance.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of transparency regarding surveillance practices in businesses. Companies should ensure they inform individuals about any monitoring to comply with data protection laws.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a data controller. The data controller had failed to provide a notice with information about video surveillance in its premises. The original fine of EUR 300 was reduced to EUR 180 due to voluntary payment and admission of responsibility.
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Fine
€180
Details
Fine Date
31 January 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1602
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Unknown - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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