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Private individual – €10,000 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined for recording a violent incident involving minors without permission. The Spanish data protection authority found this action violated privacy laws. This case illustrates the legal risks of sharing sensitive content without consent.
What happened
A private individual was fined for recording and sharing a video of a violent incident involving minors.
Who was affected
The minors involved in the violent incident captured in the video.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority ruled that the individual lacked a valid legal basis for recording and sharing the video.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the importance of obtaining consent before recording or sharing sensitive content. Individuals should be aware of privacy laws to avoid legal consequences.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 10,000 on a private individual. The person had recorded a video of a violent incident involving minors without a valid legal basis.
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Details
Fine Date
16 November 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€10,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2119
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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