GDPR Compliance at Priority Investigations

At Priority Investigations, we prioritize data protection and privacy. As a licensed private investigation firm, we adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure that all personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.

Understanding GDPR in Private Investigations

The GDPR is a comprehensive regulation that governs how personal data is processed within the European Union (EU). It ensures that individuals have control over their data while providing strict guidelines for businesses and organizations.

As private investigators, we operate within these legal parameters to ensure all investigations are conducted ethically and responsibly.

What Private Investigators Can and Cannot Do Under GDPR

What We Can Do:

• Process personal data with a valid lawful basis (e.g., legitimate interests or consent).
• Conduct investigations that comply with GDPR principles, including transparency and data minimization.
• Use collected data solely for the purpose of the investigation.
• Employ robust security measures to protect sensitive information.

What We Cannot Do:

• Process personal data without a lawful basis.
• Use deceptive or unlawful means to collect information.
• Retain data longer than necessary for the investigation.
• Disclose personal data to unauthorized parties.

Our Commitment to GDPR Compliance

At Priority Investigations, we go beyond basic compliance by implementing best practices to protect the rights and privacy of individuals involved in our investigations.

Data Protection Principles We Follow

• Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency: We ensure that all data processing is lawful, fair, and transparent to the extent possible, given the nature of private investigations.
• Purpose Limitation: Data is collected only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes related to the investigation.
• Data Minimization: We collect only the data necessary for the purpose of the investigation.
• Accuracy: We take all reasonable steps to ensure that the data we process is accurate and up to date.
• Storage Limitation: Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the investigation and any related legal or compliance purposes.
• Integrity and Confidentiality: Data is processed in a manner that ensures security and prevents unauthorized access or breaches.

Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

For every investigation, we perform a comprehensive Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) to evaluate the potential risks associated with data processing. This includes:

• Identifying the lawful basis for processing: Determining whether consent, legitimate interest, or another lawful basis applies.
• Assessing privacy risks: Evaluating how the investigation may impact the privacy rights of the individuals involved.
• Mitigating risks: Implementing safeguards to minimize any identified risks.
• Documenting compliance: Keeping records of our assessments to demonstrate adherence to GDPR requirements.

How We Handle Your Data

• Confidentiality: All data collected is handled with the utmost discretion.
• Security: We use advanced security measures to protect your data against breaches.
• Transparency: While we operate within the confines of the law, we aim to be as transparent as possible regarding how we handle data.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As an individual, you have the following rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: You can request access to your personal data that we process.
• Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Under certain conditions, you can request the deletion of your data.
• Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.

If you have questions about how your data is handled, you can contact us