# O5.9 Assess existence of comprehensive data protection laws to protect personal data

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[O5 Ensure data protection during use](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/operational-principles/o5-ensure-data-protection-during-use.md)
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[SV2 Weak rule of law,](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md) [RS1 Privacy vulnaerability](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-safety.md)
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[Conception and Scoping](#lifecycle-stages)
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## Practices

* Implement legal safeguards that outline the lawful processing, retention, and protection of personal data and protect against overreaching information requests from third parties, including government agencies.


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