Prohibits soliciting or phishing for personal identifying information.
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Overview
This bill prohibits individuals from intentionally soliciting or using deceptive tactics, often called ‘phishing,’ to obtain personal identifying information from others. It makes this practice a disorderly persons offense, protecting residents from potential identity theft and fraud. The bill specifically defines ‘personal identifying information’ to include a wide range of data that could be used to compromise someone’s identity. It aims to deter these harmful practices and safeguard personal data.
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