Can I collect geolocation data from participants in Oregon? What are the requirements?

Requirements for collecting geolocation data in Oregon

If you want to collect geolocation data from participants in Oregon, you must comply with the state’s laws and regulations on data privacy and protection.

The Geolocation Privacy and Surveillance (“GPS”) Act is a bipartisan legislation that creates a legal framework designed to give government agencies, commercial entities, and private citizens clear guidelines for when and how geolocation information can be accessed and used ^[2]. The GPS Act requires law enforcement agencies to get a warrant when they want to acquire an individual’s geolocation information from a private company ^[2].

However, it is unclear whether the GPS Act applies to private entities that collect geolocation data from individuals for research or commercial purposes. Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with a legal expert to ensure that your data collection practices comply with Oregon’s laws and regulations on data privacy and protection.

Conclusion

To collect geolocation data from participants in Oregon, you must comply with the state’s laws and regulations on data privacy and protection. The GPS Act requires law enforcement agencies to get a warrant when they want to acquire an individual’s geolocation information from a private company ^[2]. However, it is unclear whether the GPS Act applies to private entities that collect geolocation data from individuals for research or commercial purposes. Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with a legal expert to ensure that your data collection practices comply with Oregon’s laws and regulations on data privacy and protection.

Source(s):

• [2] Geolocation Privacy and Surveillance (“GPS”) Act

Jurisdiction

Oregon

• Privacy