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Provincia Autonoma di Bolzano – €32,000 Fine (Italy, 2025)
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The Italian data protection authority imposed a EUR 32,000 fine on Provincia Autonoma di Bolzano for using video surveillance with license plate recognition without following GDPR rules. The authority found that the organization did not meet the necessary legal standards. This case stresses the need for proper data protection measures in surveillance.
What happened
Provincia Autonoma di Bolzano implemented video surveillance with license plate recognition without complying with GDPR.
Who was affected
Drivers whose license plates were captured by the surveillance system were affected.
What the authority found
The authority ruled that the Provincia did not comply with GDPR principles regarding data protection in their surveillance practices.
Why this matters
This decision underscores the importance of adhering to data protection laws when implementing surveillance technologies. Organizations must ensure compliance to avoid significant fines.
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The Italian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 32,000 on the Provincia Autonoma di Bolzan. The controller implemented video surveillance with automated licence plate recognition capabilities for vehicles, with the aim of guiding policies on mobility and infrastructure and preventing and investigating crimes. However, the controller did not comply with the basic principles of the GDPR, nor did they adequately comply with the DPA.
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No other enforcement actions found for Provincia Autonoma di Bolzano in IT
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Details
Fine Date
25 September 2025
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€32,000
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Provincia Autonoma di Bolzano - Italy (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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