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Neighborhood community – €1,000 Fine (Spain, 2021)
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A neighborhood community in Spain was fined €1,000 because its video surveillance sign lacked important information. The sign did not inform people about who controlled the data or how to exercise their rights. This case shows that even small organizations must comply with data protection laws.
What happened
A neighborhood community was fined for not providing sufficient information on a sign about its video surveillance system.
Who was affected
Residents and visitors who were subject to the video surveillance without adequate information about their rights.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA ruled that the community failed to meet GDPR requirements for informing individuals about surveillance.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a reminder that all organizations, regardless of size, must comply with data protection laws. Proper signage and information are crucial for transparency.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1000 on a neighborhood community. The reason for this was that the information sign about a video surveillance system did not contain sufficient information as required by Art. 13 GDPR. The sign contained neither a reference to the data controller nor an address to contact if one wishes to exercise their data subjects rights.
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Details
Fine Date
22 November 2021
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€1,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Neighborhood community - Spain (2021). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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