Identity Theft Prevention Act: Data Breach Notification
NJ Breach Notification LawNew Jersey's breach law requires businesses and public entities to notify New Jersey residents whose unencrypted personal information was, or is reasonably believed to have been, accessed by an unauthorized person, unless misuse is not reasonably possible. The New Jersey State Police must be notified before consumers, and consumer reporting agencies must be notified when more than 1,000 people are affected.
Jurisdiction
New Jersey
Jurisdiction Type
state
Country
United States
Effective Date
1/1/2006
Enforcing Authority
New Jersey Attorney General / Division of Consumer Affairs (Consumer Fraud Act); breaches are reported first to the Division of State Police
Fines Under This Regulation
0
Total Fine Amount (USD)
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