Data Protection Law
/ˈdeɪtə prəˈtɛkʃən lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of legislation and regulations designed to protect personal data and ensure privacy rights are respected.
The organization must comply with data protection law to avoid penalties for mishandling personal information.
Forms
- data protection laws
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Commentary
Data Protection Law often overlaps with privacy law but specifically emphasizes the handling and processing of personal data by entities.
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