Tennessee data breach notification law (Release of personal consumer information)

Tenn. Breach Notification
active

Requires 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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