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Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined 300 euros for installing video surveillance cameras that recorded a neighbor's property. The Spanish data protection authority found this violated the principle of data minimization. This case highlights the importance of respecting privacy when using surveillance equipment.
What happened
A private individual installed video surveillance cameras that recorded a neighbor's property without justification.
Who was affected
Neighbors whose property was recorded by the individual's surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The authority ruled that the individual violated the principle of data minimization under GDPR.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes that individuals must consider privacy implications when using surveillance technology. It serves as a reminder for all to ensure their surveillance practices comply with data protection laws.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of 300 euros on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras that recorded a neighbor's property, among other things. The DPA considered this a violation of the principle of data minimization
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Details
Fine Date
20 July 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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