State Breach Law
Montana Data Breach Notification Law
Mont. Code Ann. §§ 30-14-1701 to 30-14-1706, 30-14-1801 • Effective 2006-03-01
Montana requires quick notification without a specific deadline. New privacy law adds consumer rights.
Notification deadline: Without unreasonable delay
Enforcement: Montana Attorney General
Overview
Montana requires notification without unreasonable delay. New consumer privacy law adds enhanced protections effective 2024.
Who Must Be Notified
- • Affected Montana residents
- • Montana Attorney General (if 500+ affected)
Covered Data Types
Social Security number, Driver's license number, Financial account numbers, Medical records, Biometric data
Notification Requirements
- • Written notice
- • Electronic notice permitted
Is your business exposed?
Exemptions
- • Encrypted data
- • Good faith acquisition
Penalties
Up to $10,000 per violation
If You Experience a Breach
- 1.
Notify residents without delay
Official Source
https://dojmt.gov/Is your business exposed?
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