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Can I use third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information in West Virginia? What are the requirements?
Based on the information provided in the context documents, it appears that there are specific requirements for disclosing personal information in West Virginia. The requirements vary depending on the type of personal information and the purpose of the disclosure.
Disclosure of Personal Information
- The Division may not disclose records that contain personal information upon verbal request. [2.1]
- The Division shall disclose records that contain personal information if the request is in writing on a form prescribed by the Division, if the request is for a legitimate purpose, if the requestor pays the required fees, and if the requestor provides proper identification. [2.1]
- The Division shall disclose personal information in bulk to required or permitted users only after review by the Division and only after the requestor has completed and submitted a letter of intent, a contract prescribed by the Division, and the appropriate fees. [2.1]
- The Division may release records that contain personal information to non-permitted users under the Act if all personal information has been obscured or redacted. [2.1]
- A licensee may not disclose any nonpublic personal financial information about a consumer to a nonaffiliated third party unless the licensee has provided to the consumer an initial notice, an opt-out notice, and a reasonable opportunity to opt out of the disclosure. [3.2]
- An educational agency or institution may disclose personally identifiable information from the education records of a student who is in attendance at the institution or agency if it has given notice that information has been designated as directory information. [5.1]
Based on the above information, it is unclear whether third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information are subject to specific requirements in West Virginia. It is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to determine the specific requirements for your situation.
Therefore, the answer to your query is:
It is unclear whether third-party file sharing tools that collect personal information are subject to specific requirements in West Virginia. It is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to determine the specific requirements for your situation.
Source(s):
- [2.1] Disclosure of Records that contain personal information.
- [3.2] Limits on Disclosure of Nonpublic Personal Financial Information to Nonaffiliated Third Parties.
- [5.1] Conditions for Disclosure of Directory Information.
Jurisdiction
West Virginia