State Breach Law

Maryland Data Breach Notification Law

Md. Code Ann., Com. Law §§ 14-3501 to 14-3508 • Effective 2008-01-01

Maryland gives you 45 days to notify affected residents and the Attorney General. Stricter than many states.

Notification deadline: 45 days

Enforcement: Maryland Attorney General

Overview

Maryland requires notification within 45 days of breach discovery. AG notification required for all breaches.

Who Must Be Notified

  • Affected Maryland residents
  • Maryland Attorney General

Covered Data Types

Social Security number, Driver's license number, Financial account numbers, Health information, Biometric data

Notification Requirements

  • Written notice
  • Must include description of breach
  • Contact information required

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Exemptions

  • Encrypted data
  • Good faith acquisition

Penalties

Up to $1,000 per violation, $100,000 max per breach

If You Experience a Breach

  1. 1.

    Notify AG and residents within 45 days

Official Source

https://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov/

Other State Breach Laws

New York, Texas, Florida

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