What is the penalty for unauthorized processing of personal information?
The unauthorized processing of personal information is considered a severe and punishable criminal offense under the Philippine legal framework. It is heavily penalized by mandatory imprisonment ranging from one full year up to three years depending on the severity of the specific act. In addition to the strict imprisonment, the guilty offender faces a substantial fine of not less than Five hundred thousand pesos up to Two million pesos. This severe and unforgiving penal sanction for breaking the law is dictated by Section 25 Data Privacy Act. “SEC. 25. Unauthorized Processing of Personal Information and Sensitive Personal Information. – (a) The unauthorized processing of personal information shall be penalized by imprisonment ranging from one (1) year to three (3) years and a fine of not less than Five hundred thousand pesos (Php500,000.00) but not more than Two million pesos (Php2,000,000.00) shall be imposed on persons who process personal information without the consent of the data subject…” 21-May-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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