Private individual – €300 Fine (Spain, 2024)
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A private individual was fined EUR 300 for installing a video surveillance camera that recorded parts of a neighbor's property. This case is important because it shows that even individuals must follow data protection rules when using surveillance equipment. Everyone should be aware of how their actions can affect others' privacy.
What happened
A private individual installed a surveillance camera that captured footage of a neighboring property.
Who was affected
Neighbors whose property was recorded by the surveillance camera were affected.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA determined that the individual violated data protection rules by not minimizing the data collected.
Why this matters
This case serves as a reminder that privacy laws apply to everyone, not just businesses. Individuals should be cautious about how they use surveillance to respect others' privacy.
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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 also recorded parts of a neighbouring property. The DPA considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization.
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Fine
€300
Details
Fine Date
28 May 2024
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€300
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2418
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Spain (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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