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Operator of CCTV of a residential building – €5,000 Fine (Belgium, 2020)
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The operator of CCTV in a residential building was fined €5,000 for installing cameras without proper consent from residents. This matters because it shows that even residential surveillance must comply with data protection rules. Ignoring these rules can lead to fines.
What happened
The operator installed CCTV cameras without valid consent from the residents.
Who was affected
Residents of the building who were monitored by the CCTV cameras.
What the authority found
The authority ruled that the operator did not have valid consent to monitor the shared areas with cameras.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for proper consent in surveillance activities. Operators should review their practices to ensure compliance with data protection laws.
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The operator of video cameras on a residential property had installed cameras there to monitor the shared area of two blocks of flats. The data controller argued that the owners had given their consent to this by signing the notarised purchase contracts. However, the data protection authority had denied this after checking the contracts.
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Details
Fine Date
14 July 2020
Authority
Autorité de Protection des Données
Fine Amount
€5,000
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