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Privacy Act
Privacy Act 2020
WhenIn effect since 1 December 2020
Who enforces itOffice of the Privacy Commissioner
Who it applies toEvery agency in New Zealand and overseas agencies carrying on business in New Zealand.
Tell the regulatorNotify the Commissioner as soon as practicable after becoming aware of a notifiable breach (OP…
DPO requiredEvery agency must appoint one or more privacy officers
RegistrationNo registration
Transfers abroadOverseas disclosure allowed only with comparable safeguards, consent after warning, prescribed…
Request deadlineRespond no later than 20 working days after receipt (about 28 calendar days)
Maximum fineCriminal fines up to NZD 10,000 (e.g
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