Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined EUR 300 for using video cameras that recorded a neighbor's property. This matters because it highlights the importance of only collecting necessary footage and respecting others' privacy.
What happened
The individual installed video surveillance cameras that captured images of a neighboring property.
Who was affected
Neighbors whose property was recorded by the individual's surveillance cameras were affected.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority ruled that the individual violated the principle of data minimization by capturing unnecessary footage.
Why this matters
This case shows that even private individuals can face penalties for not respecting privacy rules. It serves as a reminder for anyone using surveillance to ensure they only capture what is necessary.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 300 on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which also recorded a neighbor property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Details
Fine Date
25 April 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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