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How should your nonprofit handle government requests for sensitive data?

  • Writer: 501Secure Team
    501Secure Team
  • 8 hours ago
  • 1 min read
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This primer from Protect Democracy is a guide for nonprofits on how to handle government demands (like subpoenas, warrants, or informal requests) for sensitive data. It focuses on how organizations can fulfill their duty of care to their clients while navigating legal obligations.


Key takeaways: Plan ahead and call a lawyer immediately to verify the government's exact legal authority. Never turn over data that you aren't legally required to produce.


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