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Can I collect server log information from participants in Alabama? What are the requirements?
Based on the information provided in the context documents, it is unclear what type of server log information you are referring to and for what purpose you want to collect it. However, there are several laws and regulations in Alabama that govern the collection and dissemination of confidential information.
Confidential Information
Under Alabama law, all information reported to the Department pursuant to Code of Ala. 1975, §22-21-410, et seq., and Chapter 420-12-1 is not available for release until it has been processed and verified by the Department [4.1]. In addition, any person who willfully disseminates information other than the information authorized by the law is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished as prescribed by law [2.2].
Release of information and fees
The Alabama Criminal History Information Act allows the director to open criminal history information on any individual, if the individual has given written permission for the release of the information to the requester and if the opening of the information is not forbidden by order of any court of competent jurisdiction or by federal law [2.1]. Any person requesting criminal history information from the department must present to the department, along with the request, a copy of the required written permission. The director shall establish and collect a nonrefundable fee for costs incurred by the department in providing the requested criminal history information [2.1].
Submission Of Proprietary Information
To assist in the completion of its duties mandated by the Act, the Board may receive operational, technical and financial information from commercial mobile radio service providers and 911 service providers. Some of this information may be of a confidential nature, and the entities providing it may desire it from unnecessary disclosure to third parties. The purpose of these rules is to ensure that protection from disclosure [3.1].
Based on the above information, it is recommended that you consult with a legal expert to determine the specific requirements for collecting server log information from participants in Alabama.
Source(s):
- [2.1] Release of information and fees.
- [3.1] Submission Of Proprietary Information
- [2.2] Unauthorized dissemination of information.
- [4.1] Confidential Information
Jurisdiction
Alabama