Japanese My Number Act
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The My Number Act establishes specific requirements for handling Japan's national identification number system, with strict security and usage requirements.
Key Facts
- Enacted in 2013
- Enforced by Personal Information Protection Commission
- Includes enhanced security requirements
Key Principles
Strict Handling Requirements
My Number information must be handled with the highest level of security and care.
Requirements
- Verify collection necessity
- Implement strict controls
- Limit access rights
- Regular security reviews
- Incident prevention
Examples
- Verification procedures
- Access control systems
- Security protocols
- Review documentation
Limited Use
My Number can only be used for specifically authorized purposes.
Requirements
- Define authorized uses
- Document purpose limitations
- Prevent unauthorized use
- Regular audits
- Staff training
Examples
- Purpose documentation
- Usage logs
- Audit records
- Training materials
Secure Management
Enhanced security requirements for My Number data management.
Requirements
- Implement encryption
- Physical security measures
- Access monitoring
- Breach prevention
- Regular assessments
Examples
- Encryption systems
- Security controls
- Monitoring logs
- Assessment reports
Compliance Requirements
My Number Handling Requirements
Specific requirements for handling Individual Number (My Number) data.
Implementation Steps
- Verify identity for collection
- Implement strict access controls
- Limit usage to legal purposes
- Secure storage measures
- Regular compliance checks
Required Documentation
- Verification procedures
- Access control policies
- Purpose documentation
- Security measures
- Compliance logs
Security Control Measures
Enhanced security requirements for My Number data protection.
Implementation Steps
- Implement encryption
- Establish access logging
- Physical security controls
- Regular security audits
- Incident response planning
Required Documentation
- Security policies
- Access logs
- Audit reports
- Incident procedures
- Review records
Employee Training Requirements
Specific training requirements for handling My Number data.
Implementation Steps
- Develop training program
- Conduct regular training
- Test knowledge retention
- Document participation
- Update materials regularly
Required Documentation
- Training materials
- Attendance records
- Test results
- Certification records
- Update history
Enforcement & Penalties
Administrative Penalties
The Personal Information Protection Commission (PPC) can impose specific penalties for My Number violations.
Penalty Categories
Example Cases
Criminal Penalties
Serious violations may result in criminal prosecution.