Understanding the California Consumer Protection Act (CCPA)

As of January 1, 2020, California became the first state to enact a data privacy law that empowers its residents with ownership over their personal information. The California Consumer Privacy Act or CCPA, protects consumers’ personal information collected by businesses.

• Who is subject to the CCPA
• Who is exempt from the CCPA
• What information is protected
• Consumer rights
• The Right to Delete
• How to comply with the CCPA
• Penalties