Florida Data Breach Notification Law
Fla. Stat. § 501.171
Florida requires notification within 30 days of determining a breach occurred — one of the nation's shortest deadlines. There is no private right of action under the breach notification statute. The AG can seek civil penalties up to $500,000 for non-compliance. Florida's law covers a broad range of personal information.
What This Law Covers
Florida's breach notification law requires businesses and government agencies that maintain personal information about Florida residents to notify affected individuals when that information is subject to unauthorized access or acquisition. "Personal information" typically includes Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account numbers, and in many states has been expanded to cover medical data, biometric data, online credentials, and tax IDs.
What the Company Must Tell You
A compliant breach notification to Florida residents must include:
- ✓A description of the breach — what happened and when
- ✓The types of personal information that were involved
- ✓What the company is doing to investigate and contain the breach
- ✓Steps you can take to protect yourself (e.g., credit freeze, fraud alert)
- ✓Contact information so you can ask questions
Attorney General Notification
Companies that experience a breach affecting Florida residents are required to notify the Florida Attorney General in addition to the affected individuals.
AG notification required if 500+ FL residents affected
Legal Disclaimer
This reference is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Last reviewed: 2025-01-01. Laws change frequently — always verify against the current official statute and consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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