Maine § 2215. - Security breach

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2215. — Security breach, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2215.. Security breach

1.  Notice to holder.  Except to the extent prohibited by law other than this Act, the administrator or administrator's agent shall notify a holder as soon as practicable of:

A. A suspected loss, misuse or unauthorized access, disclosure, modification or destruction of confidential information obtained from the holder in the possession of the administrator or an administrator's agent; and   [PL 2019, c. 498, §22 (NEW).]

B. Any interference with operations in any system hosting or housing confidential information that:  

(1) Compromises the security, confidentiality or integrity of the information; or  

(2) Creates a substantial risk of identity fraud or theft.   [PL 2019, c. 498, §22 (NEW).]

2.  Disclosure of breach limited.  Except as necessary to inform an insurer, attorney, investigator or others as required by law, the administrator and an administrator's agent may not disclose, without the express consent in a record of the holder, an event described in subsection 1 to a person whose confidential information was supplied by the holder.

3.  Action of administrator and administrator's agent.  If an event described in subsection 1 occurs, the administrator and the administrator's agent shall:

A. Take action necessary for the holder to understand and minimize the effect of the event and determine its scope; and   [PL 2019, c. 498, §22 (NEW).]

B. Cooperate with the holder with respect to:  

(1) Any notification required by law concerning a data or other security breach; and  

(2) A regulatory inquiry, litigation or similar action.   [PL 2019, c. 498, §22 (NEW).]

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2215.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2215. cover?

Section 2215. ("Security breach") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maine § 2215.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 2215." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Maine law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.

How does Maine § 2215. apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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