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Can you summarize UTCO 13-44-301?
Enforcement > Enforcement -- Confidentiality agreement -- Penalties. (Effective 5/14/2019)
Short Summary
This legal document pertains to the enforcement of the Protection of Personal Information Act. The attorney general is authorized to enforce the provisions of this act. There is no private right of action created by this act, but existing private rights of action under other laws, such as contract or tort, are not affected. Violators of this act may be subject to civil penalties, with a maximum penalty of $2,500 for violations concerning a specific consumer and $100,000 in the aggregate for related violations concerning multiple consumers. The attorney general may seek injunctive relief, attorney fees, and costs in addition to the civil penalties. The attorney general is empowered to investigate alleged violations, subpoena witnesses and documents, require the production of relevant information, and enter into confidentiality agreements. Any penalties collected by the attorney general are deposited into the Attorney General Litigation Fund. The attorney general is required to keep certain information confidential, but may use it in enforcement actions under certain circumstances. The document also specifies the time limits for commencing administrative and civil actions related to breaches of system security.
Whom does it apply to?
Persons who violate the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act
What does it govern?
Enforcement of the Protection of Personal Information Act
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Civil penalties of up to $2,500 for a violation or series of violations concerning a specific consumer, and up to $100,000 in the aggregate for related violations concerning more than one consumer. Higher penalties may apply if the violations concern a large number of consumers.
Jurisdiction
Utah