Kyrgyzstan Law on Personal Information
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The Law on Personal Information establishes comprehensive requirements for the protection of personal data in Kyrgyzstan, enforced by the State Service of Digital Development.
Key Facts
- Enacted in 2008
- Enforced by State Service of Digital Development
- Includes data protection requirements
Key Principles
Lawfulness and Consent
Personal data must be processed lawfully and with proper authorization.
Requirements
- Obtain valid consent
- Identify legal basis
- Document processing grounds
- Regular compliance reviews
- Maintain consent records
Examples
- Consent mechanisms
- Legal basis documentation
- Processing records
- Compliance reports
Transparency
Organizations must be transparent about their data processing activities.
Requirements
- Clear privacy notices
- Processing purpose disclosure
- Data sharing information
- Rights notification
- Regular updates
Examples
- Privacy policies
- Data processing notices
- Rights information
- Communication records
Data Security
Implementation of appropriate security measures to protect personal data.
Requirements
- Security risk assessments
- Technical safeguards
- Staff training
- Incident response
- Regular audits
Examples
- Security protocols
- Training programs
- Incident plans
- Audit reports
Compliance Requirements
Registration Requirements
Organizations must register their data processing activities with the State Service of Digital Development.
Implementation Steps
- Submit registration application
- Document processing activities
- Pay registration fees
- Maintain registration status
- Update when changes occur
Required Documentation
- Registration certificates
- Processing records
- Payment receipts
- Status updates
- Change notifications
Data Protection Measures
Implementation of appropriate technical and organizational measures.
Implementation Steps
- Conduct risk assessments
- Implement security controls
- Train staff on security
- Regular security audits
- Document security measures
Required Documentation
- Security policies
- Risk assessments
- Training records
- Audit reports
- Security documentation
Cross-Border Transfers
Requirements for transferring personal data outside Kyrgyzstan.
Implementation Steps
- Assess recipient country adequacy
- Implement transfer safeguards
- Obtain necessary approvals
- Document transfers
- Monitor compliance
Required Documentation
- Transfer assessments
- Safeguard documentation
- Approval records
- Transfer logs
- Monitoring reports
Enforcement & Penalties
Administrative Penalties
The State Service of Digital Development can impose administrative penalties for violations.
Penalty Categories
Example Cases
Criminal Penalties
Serious violations may result in criminal prosecution.