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Can you summarize ORRS 646A.808?
Trade Regulation > Obtaining personal information by false representation via electronic media.
Short Summary
This section of the Oregon Revised Statutes governs the act of obtaining personal information by false representation via electronic media. It prohibits any person from using electronic means to solicit, request, or induce another person to provide personal information by falsely representing themselves as a third person, without the third person’s knowledge, authorization, and consent. However, this prohibition does not apply to law enforcement officers or agencies performing their official duties, or individuals authorized by law to conduct lawful investigations. Violation of this section is considered an unlawful trade practice and is subject to enforcement under ORS 646.632.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who uses a website, electronic mail message, text message, or other electronic means to solicit, request, or induce another person to provide personal information
What does it govern?
Obtaining personal information by false representation via electronic media
What are exemptions?
Law enforcement officers or agencies engaged in performing official duties, individuals authorized by law to conduct a lawful investigation
What are the Penalties?
Violation of this section is an unlawful trade practice subject to enforcement under ORS 646.632
Jurisdiction
Oregon