Security breach notification (businesses)

Breach Notification (1798.82)
active

Requires notice to California residents when their unencrypted personal information (or encrypted data with a compromised key) is, or is reasonably believed to have been, acquired by an unauthorized person. SB 446 (2025) added a firm 30-calendar-day deadline from January 1, 2026.

Jurisdiction

California

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

7/1/2003

Enforcing Authority

California Attorney General; private plaintiffs

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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