Store owner – €3,000 Fine (Italy, 2023)
General GDPR enforcement action
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A store owner was fined for using surveillance cameras without proper authorization and not informing people about the data collection. This case is important because it shows that businesses must follow rules for video surveillance and inform customers about data use.
What happened
The store owner operated surveillance cameras without authorization and failed to display information signs about data processing.
Who was affected
People visiting the store where unauthorized surveillance cameras were used.
What the authority found
The Italian data protection authority found that the store owner violated GDPR by using unauthorized surveillance cameras and not providing necessary information.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the need for businesses to comply with surveillance regulations and transparency requirements. Store owners should ensure they have the right permissions and clearly inform visitors about any data collection.
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The Italian DPA has fined a store owner EUR 3,000. The controller had operated video surveillance cameras in its premises without the required authorization. Furthermore, the DPA found that information signs regarding the processing of personal data by the cameras were missing.
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Fine
€3K
Details
Fine Date
9 March 2023
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€3,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Store owner - Italy (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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