What legal protections exist if your personal information is leaked by the federal government?
There are specific laws requiring the government to treat personal data with utmost care, privacy, and certain restrictions. If such data leaks occur, individuals have legal recourse through civil suits and potentially even criminal charges if the leaks were done negligently or in an irresponsible manner. While these protective laws exist, their enforcement mechanisms remain to be fully tested, which explains why many people feel nervous about government handling of sensitive information. The legal framework provides a foundation for accountability, though the practical application of these protections in real-world scenarios is still evolving.
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Berit Berger Explains Legal Protections Against Data Leaks
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