Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2024)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A private individual was fined for using a video surveillance camera that recorded public spaces. This case matters because it shows that even individuals must follow data protection rules. Misusing surveillance can lead to penalties.
What happened
The individual was fined for installing a video camera that captured footage of public areas and sharing it via WhatsApp.
Who was affected
People in the public spaces recorded by the individual's camera were affected.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA ruled that the individual violated the principle of data minimization under GDPR, resulting in a fine of EUR 300.
Why this matters
This case serves as a reminder that personal surveillance must respect privacy laws. Individuals should be cautious about how they use cameras and share recordings.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 300 on a private individual. The individual had installed a video surveillance camera which, among other things, also recorded public spaces. In addition, the person forwarded the recordings via WhatsApp. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Details
Fine Date
12 April 2024
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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