Private individual – €180 Fine (Spain, 2023)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual was fined for installing video cameras that recorded public spaces and a neighbor's property without proper limits. This case highlights the importance of only collecting necessary data and respecting others' privacy. It serves as a reminder for individuals and businesses to be mindful of how they use surveillance.
What happened
The Spanish DPA fined a private individual for violating data minimization rules by installing surveillance cameras that captured more than necessary.
Who was affected
The person affected was a neighbor whose property was recorded by the individual's cameras.
What the authority found
The DPA found that the individual violated the principle of data minimization under GDPR by capturing footage of public and private areas unnecessarily.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for individuals and businesses to limit data collection to what is strictly necessary. It serves as a warning that improper surveillance can lead to fines.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered the public space and a neighbouring property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization. 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
9 May 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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