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Can I collect browser information from participants in Nevada? What are the requirements?
Based on the provided context documents, collecting browser information from participants in Nevada is subject to certain requirements.
Requirements for collecting personal information
According to NVRS 603A.040, “personal information” is defined as a natural person’s first name or first initial and last name in combination with certain data elements, including a user name, unique identifier, or electronic mail address in combination with a password, access code, or security question and answer that would permit access to an online account. The law requires that personal information be encrypted when collected.
Requirements for collecting, using, safeguarding, handling, retaining, storing, disseminating and destroying records
NVAC 179A.040 and NVRS 179A.100 provide requirements for collecting, using, safeguarding, handling, retaining, storing, disseminating and destroying records. These requirements apply to criminal history records, but may also be relevant to other types of records.
In general, agencies of criminal justice and authorized recipients must provide a means of collecting, using, safeguarding, handling, retaining, storing, disseminating and destroying records in accordance with the provisions of these chapters and the Security Policy and the Administrative Policies of the Nevada Criminal Justice Information System.
Request by agency of State or political subdivision for information on certain persons from Federal Bureau of Investigation
NVRS 239B.010 provides that any agency of the State or any political subdivision may request of and receive from the Federal Bureau of Investigation information on the background and personal history of any person. To request and receive information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation concerning a person, the agency or political subdivision must require the person to submit a complete set of his or her fingerprints and forward the fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its report.
Conclusion
Based on the provided context documents, it is unclear whether collecting browser information from participants in Nevada is subject to specific requirements beyond those for collecting personal information and records in general. However, it is important to note that personal information must be encrypted when collected and that agencies must provide a means of collecting, using, safeguarding, handling, retaining, storing, disseminating and destroying records in accordance with the provisions of relevant chapters and policies. It is recommended that you consult with a legal expert to determine the specific requirements that may apply to your situation.
Jurisdiction
Nevada