Delaware’s Data Breach Drama: What to Expect When the AG Calls
If you get a call from John Eakins at the Delaware Attorney General’s office, it’s time to polish your data privacy story. The Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act means regulators are listening, and a compelling narrative could save you from penalties. So, what’s your story when the data breach drama unfolds?
Hot Take:
If you’re getting a call from Delaware Deputy Attorney General John Eakins, it’s not to discuss your favorite crab cake recipe. No, it’s more like getting called to the principal’s office because your data handling skills are less than “A” grade. So, unless you’re a fan of fines, you better have your data breach story straight and ready to impress! Otherwise, you might want to start practicing your best puppy eyes for leniency.
Key Points:
- Delaware’s new data privacy law, the DPDPA, is now in effect, with John Eakins spearheading enforcement.
- Organizations can avoid penalties by fixing breaches within 30 to 60 days under the “right to cure” provision.
- States like Texas and New York are aggressively enforcing data privacy laws, focusing on specific issues like connected car data.
- Consumer advocates argue that states’ privacy laws are too lenient, with many states receiving poor grades from EPIC.
- Companies need a solid data privacy strategy to avoid penalties and build consumer trust.
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