# Alava Norte, S.L.: Non-compliance with general data processing principles

- Type: Enforcement
- Source: Spanish Data Protection Authority (aepd)
- Date: 2021-05-25
- Original: https://www.enforcementtracker.com/ETid-695
- Canonical: https://overview.legal/posts/46810
- Topics: Video Surveillance, IP Address, Monitoring, Controllers, Processing Agreement, Security, Processing, Human Resources, Supervisory Authorities, Data Controller

## Summary

The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has fined Alava Norte, S.L. EUR 4,000. The controller had installed three 360° video surveillance cameras on the facade of one of its buildings to secure the facility. These also captured parts of the public space. The AEPD considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization, as such extensive video surveillance was not necessary to fulfill the purpose of the processing (security of the facility).

## Full text

The Spanish DPA (AEPD) has fined Alava Norte, S.L. EUR 4,000. The controller had installed three 360° video surveillance cameras on the facade of one of its buildings to secure the facility. These also captured parts of the public space. The AEPD considered this to be a violation of the principle of data minimization, as such extensive video surveillance was not necessary to fulfill the purpose of the processing (security of the facility).

GDPR Articles: Art. 5 (1) c) GDPR
Industry: Industry and Commerce

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