Tennessee data breach notification law (Release of personal consumer information)
Tenn. Breach NotificationRequires businesses and government bodies holding computerized personal information of Tennesseans to notify affected residents no later than 45 days after discovering a breach, with a law-enforcement delay. Personal information means name plus SSN, driver license number, or a financial account or card number with its access code. Encrypted data (FIPS 140-2) is covered only if the key is also taken, and large breaches must also be reported to the nationwide credit bureaus.
Jurisdiction
Tennessee
Jurisdiction Type
state
Country
United States
Effective Date
7/1/2005
Enforcing Authority
Tennessee Attorney General (a violation of part 21 is a Tennessee Consumer Protection Act violation, § 47-18-2106); private suits by injured customers
Fines Under This Regulation
0
Total Fine Amount (USD)
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