Private individual – €180 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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Another private individual in Spain was fined EUR 180 for not informing people about video surveillance on their property. The fine was reduced because the individual admitted responsibility and paid voluntarily. This case stresses the importance of transparency when using surveillance cameras.
What happened
The individual failed to provide notice about video surveillance in their premises.
Who was affected
Visitors and individuals on the premises who were recorded by the surveillance cameras were affected.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the individual violated data protection rules by not informing people about the surveillance.
Why this matters
This ruling underscores the need for clear communication about surveillance practices. It serves as a warning for property owners to ensure they inform people about any monitoring activities.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a private individual. 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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Details
Fine Date
23 March 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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