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Can I collect device information from participants in Mississippi? What are the requirements?
Based on the documents provided, there are no specific requirements for collecting device information from participants in Mississippi. However, it is important to ensure that any sensitive data collected on mobile devices is appropriately secured to prevent loss or compromise of that data. If you are collecting sensitive data on mobile devices, there are policies that must be followed to ensure the security of that data. These policies are outlined in Rule 14.1 of 36 MSAC Part 1 Chapter 14 [7.1]([7.1]).
If you are collecting proprietary information from commercial mobile radio service providers and 911 service providers, there are rules in place to protect that information from unnecessary disclosure to third parties. These rules are outlined in Rule 5.1 and Rule 5.3 of 30 MSAC Part 603 Chapter 5 [5.1]([5.3]).
If you are collecting third party information that is exempt from disclosure under the Public Records Act, there are rules in place to ensure that the filer provides a written statement describing the documents filed and why they are exempt from disclosure. These rules are outlined in Rule 7.1 of 31 MSAC Part 5 Chapter 7 [6.1]([6.1]).
Additionally, if you are distributing gaming devices into or out of Mississippi, there are specific requirements for the approval and monitoring of those devices. These requirements are outlined in Rule 12.16 of 13 MSAC Part 3 Chapter 12 [2.1]([2.1]).
If you are providing ignition interlock devices as part of a program, there are requirements for the dissemination of information and service and monitoring of those devices. These requirements are outlined in Rule 8.1 of 31 MSAC Part 505 Chapter 8 [3.1]([3.1]) and Rule 5.1 of 31 MSAC Part 505 Chapter 5 [4.1]([4.1]).
Overall, it is recommended that you consult with legal counsel to ensure that you are following all applicable laws and regulations when collecting device information from participants in Mississippi.
Source(s):
- [2.1] Approval To Distribute Gaming Device into or out of Mississippi; Applications and Procedures.
- [3.1] Required Dissemination of Information
- [4.1] Service and Monitoring Requirements
- [5.1] Submission of Proprietary Information.
- [5.3] Use of Proprietary Information.
- [6.1] Third Party Information
- [7.1] Each agency must adhere to the following policies for mobile devices with sensitive data.
Jurisdiction
Mississippi