Private individual – €400 Fine (Italy, 2023)

€400Garante per la protezione dei dati personali18 July 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 EUR 400 for using video surveillance cameras inappropriately on their property. This matters because it shows that even private individuals must follow rules about privacy and data protection. It reminds everyone to be careful about how they monitor their surroundings.

What happened

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

Who was affected

People who were recorded by the surveillance cameras without proper justification.

What the authority found

The Italian DPA found that the individual did not comply with data protection rules regarding video surveillance.

Why this matters

This case highlights that privacy laws apply to everyone, not just businesses. Individuals should understand their responsibilities when using surveillance equipment.

GDPR Articles Cited

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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu

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