Private individual – Fine (Germany, 2024)
General GDPR enforcement action
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In Germany, several private individuals were fined for taking or storing photos of others without their permission. This is important because it reinforces that everyone has a right to privacy, and taking photos of others without consent can lead to penalties. People should think twice before snapping pictures in public spaces.
What happened
The DPA in Hamburg fined private individuals for taking or storing photos of others without their consent.
Who was affected
Individuals who were photographed without their consent.
What the authority found
The Hamburg DPA imposed fines on individuals for violating privacy rights by capturing images of others without permission.
Why this matters
This action underscores the need for respect for personal privacy in photography. It serves as a warning to anyone who takes photos of others to ensure they have consent.
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Fine
Details
Fine Date
1 January 2024
Authority
Bundesbeauftragter für den Datenschutz
Enforcement Tracker ID
2438
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Germany (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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