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Laboratorio Octogón, S.L. – €1,000 Fine (Spain, 2021)
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Laboratorio Octogón was fined for using CCTV cameras that also recorded public spaces. This practice violated rules about only collecting necessary data. It serves as a reminder for businesses to minimize data collection to what is truly needed.
What happened
Laboratorio Octogón was fined for using CCTV systems that monitored public areas, breaching data minimization principles.
Who was affected
Individuals captured by the CCTV cameras in public spaces.
What the authority found
The Spanish data protection authority found that the company violated data protection rules by not minimizing data collection.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes that businesses must limit their data collection to what is necessary. Companies should review their surveillance practices to ensure compliance with data protection laws.
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Usage of CCTV camera systems that were also monitoring public space (breach of principle of data minimization).
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Laboratorio Octogón, S.L. in ES
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
23 March 2021
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€1,000
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