Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US) — Question 160

Which of the following best describes what a “private right of action” is?

Answer options

• A. The right of individuals to keep their information private.
• B. The right of individuals to submit a request to access their information.
• C. The right of individuals harmed by data processing to have their information deleted.
• D. The right of individuals harmed by a violation of a law to file a lawsuit against the violation.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as a 'private right of action' allows individuals who have been harmed by a legal violation to pursue legal action against the responsible party. Options A, B, and C do not capture the essence of this legal concept, which specifically pertains to the right to sue rather than privacy or data access issues.