When Should I Get Law Enforcement Involved?
Shimon Brathwaite · 2022
Whether or not to involve law enforcement when you have a data breach is a tough question. The scope to which they can get involved, the speed of the response, and the quality of expertise are all things to consider when deciding whether you should bring private consultants exclusively or ask for help from the police. This chapter evaluates the pros and cons of getting law enforcement involved and highlights when you have a legal obligation to report a data breach to the police.