1071 is a go! More scrutiny of fees and likely more UDAAP enforcement from both CFPB and State AGs are also highly anticipated.
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It is now prudent for organizations to recognize this decision and to focus their resources on building a good relationship with this regulator.
The financial services industry needs to help the CFPB understand the downstream impacts of changes to interpretation and rulings so that organizations can remain compliant (and financially healthy).
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The "right to be forgotten" primarily originated in the realm of data protection and privacy laws, particularly in the European Union (EU). It allows individuals to request the removal of personal information from online platforms and search engines under certain circumstances. However, when it comes to criminal law, the right to be forgotten operates differently due to the public interest in access to information regarding criminal activities.
While India does not have a comprehensive data protection law akin to the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019 (#PDPBill) was introduced in Parliament to regulate the processing of personal data. The PDP Bill includes provisions related to the rights of data subjects, which may have implications for the handling of personal information, including criminal records, by both public and private entities.
To conclude, the recognition of the right to privacy as a fundamental right by the Supreme Court, coupled with provisions for the expungement of criminal records under certain circumstances and protections for juvenile offenders, reflects a growing awareness of the importance of safeguarding personal information and respecting individuals' rights.
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