Sepp and private video surveillance
Sepp Security:
There has been a recent spate of break-ins in my neighborhood. I would now like to install private video surveillance to protect myself against burglars. This is to film my garden and driveway. What do I need to consider?
Answer:
Hello Sepp
Private video surveillance for security purposes is generally permitted. However, the camera may only film up to the boundary of the property. The public space or a neighboring property may not be included.
The video recordings fall under the Data Protection Act (DSG) as personal data. This means that people must be made aware of the monitoring by means of signs. Furthermore, the records must only be kept for as long as the purpose requires. As a rule, this is 24 hours. If you are absent on vacation, you can also record for longer and then check and delete the recordings when you return from vacation.
Matthias Fricker
Attorney at law and partner at Fricker and Füllemann Attorneys at Law
Studied at the University of St. Gallen, graduating with a Master in Law (M.A. HSG in Law) in 2012, registered in the Bar Register of the Canton of Zurich, member of the Zurich Bar Association.
Fabian Füllemann
Attorney at law and partner at Fricker and Füllemann Attorneys at Law
Studied at the Universities of St. Gallen and Zurich, graduating with a Master of Law UZH in 2013, registered with the Zurich Bar Registry, member of the Zurich Bar Association.
