Private individual – €400 Fine (Italy, 2023)

€400Garante per la protezione dei dati personali27 April 2023Italy
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General GDPR enforcement action

This case relates to broader data protection obligations, not specifically to cookie or consent banner compliance. It is not included in cookie statistics or the Risk Calculator.

An Italian individual was fined €400 for using video surveillance cameras on their property without following the law. This matters because it shows that even private citizens must comply with privacy regulations. It serves as a reminder for everyone to be aware of the rules around surveillance.

What happened

A private individual unlawfully operated video surveillance cameras on their property.

Who was affected

Residents and visitors in the area where the cameras were installed.

What the authority found

The Italian data protection authority found that the individual violated privacy laws by not properly regulating their surveillance activities.

Why this matters

This case highlights the importance of understanding privacy laws, even for private individuals. It serves as a warning that non-compliance can lead to fines.

GDPR Articles Cited

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Art. 6(GDPR)
Art. 5(1)(a) GDPR
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu

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