Privacy rights refer to the legal and ethical principles that protect an individual’s personal information and the ability to control how it is collected, used, and shared. These rights are designed to safeguard personal autonomy and dignity by ensuring that individuals have the freedom to make decisions regarding their private data, including financial information, medical records, and personal communications. Privacy rights are often enshrined in laws and regulations, such as data protection laws, constitutions, and human rights frameworks. They encompass various aspects, including the right to privacy in one’s personal life, protection against surveillance, and the right to consent before personal data is collected or shared. The concept acknowledges the importance of confidentiality and trust in interpersonal relationships and institutions, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in how organizations handle personal information.
Íñigo Errejón, a prominent Spanish political figure, is entangled in a legal controversy over privacy rights and data access amid sexual assault allegations. Errejón's defense team argues for delaying access…