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Can you summarize Loi 2017-020 sur la protection des donnes caractre personnel (in French)?
Mauritania Laws - Others > Loi 2017-020 sur la protection des donnes caractre personnel (in French)
Short Summary
The Law 2017-020 on the protection of personal data in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania aims to establish a normative and institutional framework for the processing of personal data. The law ensures the protection of privacy and fundamental rights of citizens in the context of data processing. It defines various terms related to data processing, such as code of conduct, electronic communication, consent, sensitive data, genetic data, health data, etc. The law specifies the scope of its application, including the types of data processing covered and the conditions for processing data related to public security, defense, research, and the pursuit of criminal offenses. It also outlines the principles for processing personal data, such as obtaining consent, lawful and fair processing, data accuracy, transparency, confidentiality, and security. The law further addresses specific categories of personal data, such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, and health data. It also regulates the transfer of personal data to third countries and the interconnection of data files. The law establishes obligations for data controllers regarding confidentiality, security, retention, and durability of data. It also grants individuals certain rights, including the right to information about data processing activities.
Whom does it apply to?
Individuals, public and private entities
What does it govern?
Protection of personal data
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified in the document.
Jurisdiction
Mauritania