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Data Privacy Laws

Data Privacy Laws

Given that the vast majority of people use the internet for a variety of purposes, data privacy has been a significant topic of discussion for a number of years. Consumers realize companies may collect their data without telling them, and companies can make money by selling this data to other organizations. Most countries have responded with data privacy laws, which can vary from place to place.

Countries with Comprehensive Consumer Data Privacy Laws

Of the approximately 200 countries in the world approximately 70% have data privacy laws in place and another 15% have draft legislation. Below is a partial list including some of the more common countries  relevant to U.S. company data processing.

Legislation Signed

  • Australia
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • China
  • Denmark
  • France
  • Germany
  • India
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Mexico
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Russia
  • Spain
  • United Kingdom

 

Legislation Introduced

  • El Salvador
  • Ethiopia
  • Iraq
  • Saudi Arabia
  • United Arab Emirate

States within the U.S. with Comprehensive Consumer Data Privacy Laws

States are taking it upon themselves to pass consumer data privacy laws in the absence of a federal law. Signed legislation may not be in effect yet.

 

Legislation Signed

  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kentucky
  • Maryland
  • Minnesota
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • Oregon
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Virginia

Legislation Introduced

  • Georgia
  • Illinois
  • Hawaii
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Missouri
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • Vermont
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
Why Dean Dorton?

We Can Help Your Company Comply with Data Privacy Laws

Our Technology team includes experienced and credentialed accounting, auditing, and information security team members. Dean Dorton can help you prioritize privacy as a fundamental aspect of your operations, integrating privacy by design principles into products and services.

Interpreting & Applying Specifics

Creating Data Inventory

Performing Data Protection Risk Assessments

Developing Policies & Procedures

Implementing Consumer Response Systems & Processes

Coordinating with Regulatory Authorities as Needed

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