Store owner – €2,000 Fine (Italy, 2023)
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An Italian store owner was fined EUR 2,000 for not providing enough information about their CCTV cameras. This case is significant because it emphasizes the need for businesses to inform customers about surveillance practices.
What happened
The store owner failed to give adequate information regarding CCTV surveillance in their shop.
Who was affected
Customers and visitors to the store who were under surveillance were affected.
What the authority found
The Italian data protection authority ruled that the store owner did not meet the requirements for informing people about CCTV usage.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a reminder for all businesses to clearly communicate their surveillance practices. It highlights the importance of transparency in building trust with customers.
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The Italian DPA has fined a store owner EUR 2,000 for failing to provide sufficient information pursuant to Art. 13 GDPR about CCTV surveillance in their premises.
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Fine
€2K
Details
Fine Date
27 April 2023
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€2,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Store owner - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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