Yes, this data benefits from enhanced protection. Sensitive data is data that reveals racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical convictions, trade-union membership, or that relates to health, including genetic data (art. 1, point 3).
Prior authorization is the rule. The processing of sensitive data is subject to an authorization by law that sets out its conditions; failing this, it must be authorized by the National Commission (art. 21). This authorization is granted on the basis of your express consent, or where the processing is essential to the exercise of the controller's legal or statutory functions (art. 21). It may also be granted to protect vital interests, where the data has manifestly been made public by you, or to defend a right in legal proceedings (art. 21).
More broadly, the processing of sensitive data falls under the regime of the Commission's prior authorization (art. 12).
The exception for health. By way of derogation, the processing of health data is only subject to a declaration to the Commission where its sole purpose is preventive medicine, diagnosis, the provision of care or the management of health services, and where it is carried out by a practitioner bound by professional secrecy (art. 22).
Autres questions posées par les lecteurs
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+−Whom can I complain to if my data is misused in Morocco?
Complain to Morocco's National Commission for Personal Data Protection, which investigates misuse, orders corrections, and can refer cases to prosecutors.
+−What are my data rights with Moroccan companies?
Moroccan law grants you free access to your data, rectification within 10 days, and objection rights. Exercise these by proving your identity to the company.
+−Do I have the right to refuse advertising emails and calls?
Yes. Direct marketing calls, faxes, and emails require your prior consent. You can object free of charge to marketing communications anytime.
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