Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US) — Question 195

Which power was NOT granted to the California Privacy Protection Agency by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)?

Answer options

• A. Adopting and updating CCPA regulations.
• B. Investigating possible violations of the CCPA on the agency’s own initiative.
• C. Overriding decisions of the Attorney General regarding CCPA enforcement.
• D. Imposing administrative fines for violations of the CCPA.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because the California Privacy Protection Agency does not have the power to override the Attorney General's enforcement decisions related to the CCPA. Options A, B, and D accurately reflect the powers granted to the agency, allowing it to adopt regulations, investigate violations, and impose fines.