Is Directions for Non-Compliance (s 48I) legally binding?

Q: Is Directions for Non-Compliance (s 48I) legally binding?

Directions for Non-Compliance (s 48I) is binding in Singapore. Binding law. It applies to everyone in scope, whether or not anyone points at it. PDPC may give any direction it thinks fit to ensure compliance, including directions to stop collecting, using or disclosing personal data in contravention of the Act, and to destroy personal data collected in contravention.

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Directions for Non-Compliance (s 48I)

Is this legally binding?

Binding. Binding law. It applies to everyone in scope, whether or not anyone points at it.

PDPC may give any direction it thinks fit to ensure compliance, including directions to stop collecting, using or disclosing personal data in contravention of the Act, and to destroy personal data collected in contravention.

From the source
“give the organisation or person (as the case may be) any direction that the Commission thinks fit in the circumstances to ensure compliance with that provision”
s 48I

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