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Can you summarize Ley No. 172-13, sobre Proteccin de Datos de Carcter Personal del 13 de diciembre de 2013 (in English)?
Dominican Republic Laws - Others > Ley No. 172-13, sobre Proteccin de Datos de Carcter Personal del 13 de diciembre de 2013 (in English)
Short Summary
This law, known as Ley No. 172-13, aims to provide comprehensive protection for personal data recorded in public or private databases. It guarantees the right to privacy and the right to decide on the use of personal data. The law applies to all individuals and entities that process personal data, whether public or private. It prohibits the use of personal data for purposes contrary to the law or public order and requires the registration and compliance with the principles established in the law. The law also establishes the rights of individuals to access, rectify, and delete their personal data, as well as the obligation of data controllers to adopt technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of personal data. Certain exemptions apply to personal data maintained for personal or domestic activities, data related to deceased individuals, and data related to legal entities or limited to certain information about individuals working for those entities.
Whom does it apply to?
All individuals and entities that process personal data
What does it govern?
Protection of personal data recorded in public or private databases
What are exemptions?
1. Personal data maintained by individuals for exclusively personal or domestic activities. 2. Personal data maintained by investigation and intelligence agencies responsible for preventing and prosecuting crimes. 3. Personal data related to deceased individuals, with exceptions for family members. 4. Data related to legal entities or personal data limited to names, job titles, and contact information of individuals working for those entities.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified in the provided document.
Jurisdiction
Dominican Republic