New Jersey

The state of New Jersey has implemented privacy and data security laws and regulations that apply across sectors. Generally, these laws apply to personal information about residents of New Jersey or activities that occur within New Jersey. Companies in New Jersey must comply not only with applicable federal law, but also with relevant state privacy and security laws and regulations.

Privacy Laws and Regulations

Identity Theft Protection Act - Disclosure of Breach of Security to Customers
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 56:8-163
Electronic Funds Transfer Act - Title 17
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 17:16K-1 to 3
Identity Theft Protection Act/Security Freeze
N.J. Stat. Ann. §§ 56:11-44 to 56:11-50
Prohibited Use of Social Security Numbers
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 56:8-164
New Jersey Data Protection Act
NJ Rev Stat. § C.56:8-166.4, et seq.

State Government

Department of Law and Public Safety - Office of the Attorney General