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 is important because it emphasizes the need to respect others' privacy when using surveillance. Individuals must ensure their surveillance practices do not violate data protection rules.
What happened
The Spanish DPA fined a private individual for installing video cameras that captured footage of a neighboring property.
Who was affected
The neighbor whose property was recorded without consent was affected.
What the authority found
The authority determined that the individual violated the principle of data minimization under Article 5(1)(c) of GDPR.
Why this matters
This ruling underscores the importance of using surveillance responsibly. Individuals should consider the privacy of others when setting up cameras to avoid legal issues.
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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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Fine
€300
Details
Fine Date
2 June 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1858
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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