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Data Privacy in Criminal Justice

Data privacy in criminal justice refers to the protection of individuals' personal information and sensitive data collected during criminal investigations and legal proceedings, ensuring that such information is handled responsibly and in compliance with legal standards to prevent misuse or unauthorized access. It encompasses the ethical and legal frameworks that govern data collection, storage, and sharing within the criminal justice system.

intermediate
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Criminal Justice
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Data privacy in criminal justice is a critical aspect that ensures the protection of personal information collected during investigations and legal proceedings. It involves understanding the legal frameworks, ethical considerations, and the importance of confidentiality. As technology advances, the ...

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Key Terms

Data Privacy
The right to control how personal information is collected and used.

Example: Individuals have the right to know who accesses their data.

GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation, a law in the EU that protects personal data.

Example: GDPR requires consent before collecting personal data.

Confidentiality
The obligation to protect private information from unauthorized access.

Example: Police must keep victim information confidential.

Informed Consent
Permission granted with full knowledge of the risks and benefits.

Example: Participants in a study must understand how their data will be used.

Data Breach
An incident where unauthorized access to data occurs.

Example: A hacker accessing police records is a data breach.

Ethics
Moral principles that govern behavior.

Example: Ethics guide how law enforcement handles sensitive information.

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Key Concepts

data protectionconfidentialitylegal complianceethical considerations