Sole Trader – €2,000 Fine (Italy, 2026)
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A sole trader running a pizzeria was fined for using video surveillance that captured areas outside his property without informing people. He also shared footage of a traffic accident with one of the parties involved. This case serves as a warning for small business owners about the need to inform customers about surveillance.
What happened
The sole trader's CCTV captured footage beyond his property and he failed to inform people about the surveillance.
Who was affected
Customers and passersby who were recorded by the pizzeria's CCTV were affected.
What the authority found
The data protection authority fined the sole trader for not properly informing individuals about the video surveillance.
Why this matters
This ruling underscores the necessity for businesses to notify individuals about surveillance practices. Small business owners should review their surveillance policies to ensure compliance.
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Details
Fine Date
12 February 2026
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€2,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
3091
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Sole Trader - Italy (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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