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APDPA
Alabama Personal Data Protection Act
WhenTakes effect 1 May 2027
Who enforces itState Attorney General (no private right of action)
Who it applies toBusinesses that process personal data of the state's residents above the law's thresholds. Thresholds, exemptions and sensitive-data rules differ by state.
ThresholdsApplies to businesses controlling or processing data of over 25,000 Alabama consumers (excludi…
Universal opt-outThe Act refers to honoring an opt-out preference signal but defines no standard and creates no…
Cure periodThe AG must give notice and a 45-day cure period before acting
Request deadlineControllers must respond within 45 days, extendable once by 45 days with notice
Maximum penaltyAfter a failed cure, civil penalty up to $15,000 per violation plus injunctive relief
Private actionNo private right of action
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