Private individual – €480 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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In Spain, a private individual was fined for using a video surveillance camera that recorded public areas and a neighbor's property. The data protection authority found that this violated the principle of data minimization and the duty to inform others about the data collection. This case shows that people must be careful about how they use surveillance equipment.
What happened
A private individual installed a video surveillance camera that captured public spaces and a neighbor's property.
Who was affected
Neighbors and passersby who were recorded without their knowledge.
What the authority found
The authority decided that the individual violated data minimization rules and failed to inform others about the data processing.
Why this matters
This case highlights the need for individuals to be transparent about surveillance practices. It serves as a warning that improper use of cameras can lead to legal consequences.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a private individual. The controller had installed a video surveillance camera which also covered the public space and a neighbour property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization. In addition, the controller had not properly informed data subjects about the processing of the data by the video surveillance and thus violated its duty to inform. The original fine of EUR 600 was reduced to EUR 480 due to voluntary payment.
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Details
Fine Date
15 March 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€480
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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