Misrepresentation in privacy policies (unlawful trade practice)

ORS 646.607(12)
active

Makes it an unlawful trade practice to handle consumer information in a way that is materially inconsistent with what a business says in a website privacy statement or consumer agreement. It works as Oregon's enforcement hook for privacy promises rather than requiring any particular policy.

Jurisdiction

Oregon

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

1/1/2016

Enforcing Authority

Oregon Attorney General and district attorneys (ORS 646.632)

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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