Shine the Light law (disclosure of personal information shared for direct marketing)
Shine the LightLets California customers ask businesses once a year which categories of their personal information were shared with third parties for those third parties' direct marketing, and with whom. Businesses must designate a way to receive these requests and answer within 30 days, or may instead adopt a qualifying opt-out or opt-in policy.
Jurisdiction
California
Jurisdiction Type
state
Country
United States
Effective Date
1/1/2005
Enforcing Authority
Private plaintiffs; courts (injunctions)
Fines Under This Regulation
0
Total Fine Amount (USD)
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