Private individual – €180 Fine (Spain, 2023)
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Another private individual in Spain received a fine for installing video cameras that also recorded a neighboring property. The Spanish data authority determined that this violated data protection rules by capturing unnecessary information. This ruling emphasizes the need for proper data handling when using surveillance technology.
What happened
A private individual installed video surveillance cameras that recorded a neighboring property.
Who was affected
The neighbors whose property was recorded by the individual's video surveillance cameras.
What the authority found
The Spanish data authority found that the individual violated the principle of data minimization.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of only collecting data that is necessary and respecting the privacy of others. It serves as a warning for anyone using surveillance to ensure they comply with privacy laws.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on a private individual. The controller had installed video surveillance cameras which, among other things, also covered a neighbouring property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization. The original fine of EUR 300 was reduced to EUR 180 due to voluntary payment and admission of responsibility.
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Fine
€180
Details
Fine Date
21 November 2023
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€180
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2172
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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