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Nevada Privacy Law (NRS 603A)

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Maximum Fine
$5,000 per violation
Scope
State
Regulator
AG
Enacted
2019

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Overview

Nevada's Privacy of Information Collected on the Internet from Consumers Act establishes requirements for operators of websites and online services collecting personal information from Nevada consumers.

Key Facts

  • Enacted in 2019
  • Enforced by Nevada Attorney General
  • Focuses on online data collection and sales

Key Principles

Consumer Rights

Rights granted to Nevada consumers regarding their personal information.

Requirements

  • Right to opt-out of sale
  • Right to notice
  • Right to access privacy policies
  • Right to know data practices
  • Right to data security

Examples

  • Opt-out mechanisms
  • Privacy notices
  • Access procedures
  • Security measures

Transparency

Clear disclosure of data collection and sale practices.

Requirements

  • Privacy notice requirements
  • Sale disclosure requirements
  • Categories of data
  • Third-party sharing
  • Consumer rights information

Examples

  • Privacy policies
  • Sale disclosures
  • Data categories list
  • Sharing notices

Data Security

Implementation of reasonable security measures.

Requirements

  • Security assessments
  • Technical safeguards
  • Administrative measures
  • Staff training
  • Incident response

Examples

  • Security policies
  • Training programs
  • Incident plans
  • Assessment reports

Compliance Requirements

Opt-Out Implementation

Implementation of mechanisms for sale opt-outs.

Implementation Steps

  • Develop opt-out system
  • Create user interface
  • Process opt-outs promptly
  • Maintain records
  • Regular testing

Required Documentation

  • Opt-out procedures
  • Technical specifications
  • Processing records
  • Testing logs
  • Maintenance records

Privacy Notice Requirements

Development and maintenance of compliant privacy notices.

Implementation Steps

  • Create privacy notice
  • Include required elements
  • Make easily accessible
  • Update regularly
  • Document changes

Required Documentation

  • Privacy notice
  • Update history
  • Distribution records
  • Review logs
  • Change documentation

Security Requirements

Implementation of reasonable security measures to protect personal information.

Implementation Steps

  • Conduct risk assessments
  • Implement security controls
  • Train staff
  • Regular audits
  • Incident response planning

Required Documentation

  • Security policies
  • Risk assessments
  • Training records
  • Audit reports
  • Response plans

Enforcement & Penalties

Attorney General Enforcement

The Nevada Attorney General has authority to enforce NRS 603A.

Penalty Categories

Civil Penalties
Up to $5,000 per violation
For each violation of the Act
Injunctive Relief
Court Orders
Orders to cease violations
Actual Damages
Varies
Recovery of actual damages

Example Cases

Hypothetical Case 1
$50,000
2023 - Multiple violations of opt-out requirements
Hypothetical Case 2
$25,000
2022 - Failure to implement proper security measures

Additional Measures

The Attorney General can impose various corrective measures.

Penalty Categories

Temporary Restraining Orders
Court Order
Immediate cessation of violations
Compliance Orders
Mandatory Changes
Required modifications to practices
Investigation Costs
Cost Recovery
Payment of investigation and prosecution costs

Example Cases

Hypothetical Case 3
Restraining Order
2023 - Ordered to cease non-compliant data sales
Hypothetical Case 4
$15,000 + Costs
2022 - Investigation costs and penalties for violations