Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Federal law that prohibits accessing a computer without authorization or exceeding authorized access. Must be considered in defining acceptable use and access limitations.
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal copyright law addressing digital content protection and liability provisions for online service providers. Important for content protection clauses.
Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA): Federal law governing the interception and monitoring of electronic communications. Relevant for network monitoring and user privacy provisions.
Stored Communications Act (SCA): Regulates how electronic communications services can handle stored user data and communications. Critical for data storage and privacy policies.
Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce. Must be considered in drafting terms of service and user agreements to ensure fairness and transparency.
State Privacy Laws: Various state-specific privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA, SHIELD Act) that govern the collection, use, and protection of user data.
Sector-Specific Privacy Laws: Industry-specific regulations like HIPAA (healthcare), GLBA (financial), and FERPA (education) that may apply depending on the network's use case.
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): State-adopted uniform law governing commercial transactions. Relevant for license terms and conditions.
E-SIGN Act: Federal law ensuring the legal validity of electronic signatures and records. Important for agreement execution and record-keeping requirements.
State Consumer Protection Laws: Various state laws protecting consumer rights and interests. Must be considered in drafting warranty and liability provisions.
Intellectual Property Laws: Federal and state laws protecting copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and trademarks. Essential for protecting proprietary network resources.
State Data Breach Laws: State-specific requirements for data breach notification and cybersecurity standards. Important for security obligation clauses.
Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations (EAR and ITAR) governing the export of technology and technical data. Must be considered for international use provisions.
