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Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined EUR 300 for not providing enough information about a video surveillance system at their property. This matters because it highlights the importance of transparency in using surveillance cameras. People need to know how their images are being recorded and used.
What happened
A private individual failed to provide sufficient information about a video surveillance system installed at their property.
Who was affected
Visitors and individuals recorded by the video surveillance system at the individual's property.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA found that the individual did not comply with the requirement to inform people about the surveillance, violating GDPR's transparency rules.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the need for individuals and businesses to clearly inform others about surveillance practices. It serves as a reminder that privacy laws require clear communication about how personal data is collected.
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The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has fined a private individual EUR 300 for failing to provide sufficient information about a video surveillance system installed at their property.
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Details
Fine Date
16 July 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1966
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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