Can I collect location information from participants in Iowa? What are the requirements?

To collect location information from participants in Iowa, you must comply with the Wireless Communications Service Provider Database established by the Iowa Department of Public Safety ^[1.3]. The database requires all wireless communications service providers authorized to do business in Iowa to submit current contact information to the department of public safety to facilitate requests from law enforcement agencies and public safety answering points (PSAPs) in emergency situations ^[1.3].

To comply with the database requirements, wireless communications service providers must provide the following information for the database: company name, physical address, mailing address, name of the point of contact, phone number and alternate phone number for the point of contact, fax number, and email address ^[1.2]. The information must be submitted to the department by email, fax, or U.S. mail ^[1.2].

Therefore, to collect location information from participants in Iowa, you must ensure that the wireless communications service provider you are using has submitted their contact information to the Iowa Department of Public Safety.

Note that the collection of location information may also be subject to other legal requirements and regulations. It is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

In summary, to collect location information from participants in Iowa, you must ensure that the wireless communications service provider you are using has submitted their contact information to the Iowa Department of Public Safety Wireless Communications Service Provider Database ^[1.3][1.2].

Source(s):

• [1.2] Database requirements.
• [1.3] Wireless communications service provider database established.

Jurisdiction

Iowa

• Privacy