Rhode Island Judicial Security Act (removal of judges' personal information)

RI Judicial Security Act
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Lets judges and their families send written notices requiring data brokers, businesses and government agencies to remove and stop posting their home addresses, phone numbers and personal emails. Data aggregators may not sell or trade the information after notice, and businesses must take it down within 10 business days (agencies within 72 hours). A 2026 amendment allows requests through an authorized agent.

Jurisdiction

Rhode Island

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

1/1/2026

Enforcing Authority

Courts via actions by protected individuals

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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