Private individual – €400 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined for installing video surveillance cameras that also captured images of public spaces. The fine was reduced after the individual admitted responsibility. This case highlights the importance of respecting privacy when using surveillance equipment.
What happened
A private individual installed video cameras that recorded public areas.
Who was affected
People in the public space where the cameras were installed.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA found that the individual violated data protection rules by not properly managing the surveillance.
Why this matters
This case serves as a reminder for individuals to consider privacy implications when using surveillance cameras. It emphasizes the need for responsible use of such technology.
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The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has imposed a fine on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered the public space. The original fine of EUR 500 was reduced to EUR 400 due to immediate payment and admission of responsibility.
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Details
Fine Date
22 November 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€400
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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