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Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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A private individual in Spain was fined EUR 300 for installing video cameras that also recorded a neighbor's property. This decision highlights the importance of respecting privacy and only collecting necessary data. It serves as a reminder for individuals to be cautious about surveillance practices.
What happened
A private individual installed video surveillance cameras that captured footage of a neighbor's property.
Who was affected
Neighbors whose property was recorded by the individual's surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA ruled that the individual violated the principle of data minimization by capturing unnecessary footage.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for individuals to be mindful of privacy laws when using surveillance equipment. It sets a precedent that improper surveillance can lead to fines, encouraging better practices among private individuals.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 300 on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered a neighbour property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Details
Fine Date
24 November 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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