Can I use third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information in Nevada? What are the requirements?

Using Third-Party File Sharing Tools that Collect Personal Information in Nevada

If you are using third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information in Nevada, you must comply with the requirements of the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) ^[2.1]. According to NRS 603A.040, “personal information” means a natural person’s first name or first initial and last name in combination with certain data elements, when the name and data elements are not encrypted. These data elements include social security number, driver’s license number, account number, credit card number, medical identification number, health insurance identification number, 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.

There are no specific requirements for third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information in Nevada. However, you must comply with the requirements of NRS and NAC if you are collecting personal information ^[2.1].

Requirements for Collecting, Using, Safeguarding, Handling, Retaining, Storing, Disseminating and Destroying Records

According to NAC 179A.040, each agency of criminal justice and authorized recipient shall provide a means of collecting, using, safeguarding, handling, retaining, storing, disseminating and destroying its records of criminal history in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and chapter 179A of NRS, the Security Policy and the Administrative Policies of the Nevada Criminal Justice Information System.

Conclusion

In conclusion, if you are using third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information in Nevada, you must comply with the requirements of NRS and NAC. There are no specific requirements for third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information in Nevada. However, you must comply with the requirements of NRS and NAC if you are collecting personal information.

Source(s):

• [2.1] Disclosures required in car sharing program agreement.

Jurisdiction

Nevada

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