Is the processing of sensitive personal information absolutely prohibited?

The processing of sensitive personal information and privileged information is generally prohibited by the State, but there are distinct and narrow exceptions. Processing is legally allowed if the data subject has given explicit consent specific to the purpose prior to the processing activity. It is also permitted if existing laws and regulations specifically provide for it, or if it is absolutely necessary to protect the life and health of the data subject. These critical exemptions to the general prohibition are carefully enumerated under Section 13 Data Privacy Act. “SEC. 13. Sensitive Personal Information and Privileged Information. – The processing of sensitive personal information and privileged information shall be prohibited, except in the following cases: (a) The data subject has given his or her consent, specific to the purpose prior to the processing… (b) The processing of the same is provided for by existing laws and regulations… (c) The processing is necessary to protect the life and health of the data subject or another person…” 21-May-26

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