Data Privacy #7: Exceptions to Processing Sensitive & Privileged Information

Data Privacy Question Number 7: What are the exceptions to the prohibition of processing sensitive and privileged information under the Data Privacy Law?

ANSWER: The exceptions to the prohibition of processing sensitive and privileged information under the Data Privacy Law include:

a) Consent: Processing is allowed if the data subject has given specific consent prior to the processing for sensitive personal information, or if all parties involved have given their consent for privileged information.

b) Legal provisions: Processing is permitted if there are existing laws and regulations that allow for such processing.

c) Life and health protection: Processing is allowed when necessary to protect the life and health of the data subject or another person, especially when the data subject is unable to provide consent.

d) Noncommercial objectives: Processing is permitted when necessary to achieve lawful and noncommercial objectives of public organizations and their associations.

e) Medical treatment: Processing is allowed for purposes of medical treatment by medical practitioners or treatment institutions, ensuring an adequate level of protection for personal information.

f) Legal rights and interests: Processing is allowed when it concerns personal information necessary for the protection of lawful rights and interests in court proceedings, the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims, or when provided to government or public authorities.

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