Data Breach Notification Law

/ˈdeɪtə briːtʃ ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən lɔː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legislation requiring entities to inform individuals and authorities upon unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data.
    The company complied with the data breach notification law by alerting affected customers within 72 hours.

Forms

  • data breach notification law
  • data breach notification laws

Commentary

Typically mandates strict timelines and specific content for notifications; varies significantly by jurisdiction.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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