# Individual: Non-compliance with general data processing principles

- Type: Enforcement
- Source: Spanish Data Protection Authority (aepd)
- Date: 2021-01-20
- Original: https://www.enforcementtracker.com/ETid-528
- Canonical: https://overview.legal/posts/46643
- Topics: Video Surveillance, Monitoring, Controllers, IP Address, Personal Data, Processing, Processing Agreement, Data Controller, Supervisory Authorities, Law Enforcement

## Summary

The controller installed cameras on his building, which were directed towards parts of the public space. However, no recording took place, as the cameras only served as a deterrent and remained inactive. The DPA notes, however, that even simulated video surveillance has an impact on the privacy of the data subjects, as they are led to believe that they are being permanently recorded by the cameras. According to the DPA, this has an intimidating effect. Therefore, the orientation of the cameras t

## Full text

The controller installed cameras on his building, which were directed towards parts of the public space. However, no recording took place, as the cameras only served as a deterrent and remained inactive. The DPA notes, however, that even simulated video surveillance has an impact on the privacy of the data subjects, as they are led to believe that they are being permanently recorded by the cameras. According to the DPA, this has an intimidating effect. Therefore, the orientation of the cameras to the public space was also improper in this case. The DPA imposed a fine of EUR 2,000 on the controller, which was reduced to EUR 1,200 due to immediate payment and acknowledgement of guilt.

GDPR Articles: Art. 5 (1) c) GDPR
Industry: Individuals and Private Associations

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