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NRS 603A.010 – Definitions.

As used in NRS 603A.010 to 603A.290, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NRS 603A.020, 603A.030 and 603A.040 have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections. (Added to NRS by 2005, 2503; A 2017, 4079; 2021, 1353)

NRS 603A.020 – “Breach of the security of the system data” defined.

“Breach of the security of the system data” means unauthorized acquisition of computerized data that materially compromises the security, confidentiality or integrity of personal information maintained by the data collector. The term does not include the good faith acquisition of personal information by an employee or agent of the data collector for a legitimate purpose […]

NRS 603A.030 – “Data collector” defined.

“Data collector” means any governmental agency, institution of higher education, corporation, financial institution or retail operator or any other type of business entity or association that, for any purpose, whether by automated collection or otherwise, handles, collects, disseminates or otherwise deals with nonpublic personal information. (Added to NRS by 2005, 2504)

NRS 603A.040 – “Personal information” defined.

1. “Personal information” means a natural person’s first name or first initial and last name in combination with any one or more of the following data elements, when the name and data elements are not encrypted: (a) Social security number. (b) Driver’s license number, driver authorization card number or identification card number. (c) Account number, […]