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N.J. cops and judges just won a big legal battle over their personal data. Here's what changed.

Published

12 August 2026

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regulatory

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Cybersecurity

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United States

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Fusion42 · 12 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that data broker companies must remove personal information of law enforcement officers and judges upon request, even without proof of negligence, reinforcing protections under Daniel’s Law aimed at safeguarding personal data of public safety and government personnel.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Personal data protection for police and judges in New Jersey now requires data brokers to comply without needing negligence proof. You should review your compliance approach if you handle sensitive public official data to avoid liability and gain trust.

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