Private individual – €180 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual was fined for installing video cameras that captured public areas and a neighbor's property. This is important because it emphasizes the need to respect privacy and only collect necessary information.
What happened
A private individual installed video surveillance cameras that covered public spaces and neighboring properties.
Who was affected
People living near the individual who had their privacy affected by the surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA determined that the individual violated data minimization principles by capturing more footage than necessary.
Why this matters
This case serves as a reminder that even private individuals must follow privacy rules. It's crucial to limit surveillance to what is necessary to protect others' privacy.
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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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Fine
€180
Details
Fine Date
8 June 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1879
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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