Is personal data processed for public benefit research exempted from the law?

Yes, personal information processed strictly for research purposes intended for a clear public benefit enjoys a qualified exemption from the rules. However, this non-applicability is heavily contingent upon strict adherence to the requirements of other applicable laws, regulations, or ethical standards. Furthermore, this exemption only applies to the minimum extent of collection, access, use, or disclosure completely necessary to achieve the specific research purpose. The limits of this specific research exemption are thoroughly explained in Section 5 IRR. “c. Personal information that will be processed for research purpose, intended for a public benefit, subject to the requirements of applicable laws, regulations, or ethical standards;… Provided further, that the processing of the information provided in the preceding paragraphs shall be exempted from the requirements of the Act only to the minimum extent necessary to achieve the specific purpose, function, or activity.” 22-May-26

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