[Consultation] Possibility of a search and seizure of communication data by investigative agencies, etc.

Company A is a corporation that operates mobile applications and websites and generates revenue through them. Due to the nature of its business, Company A receives member registrations from users who wish to use the application and website, and also collects various records and information related to users’ use of the service. This situation of Company A will be similar to that of almost all companies that conduct business through mobile applications and websites. Accordingly, Company A and other companies operating mobile applications, etc., sometimes receive search warrants from investigative agencies.

However, one day Company A received not a search warrant but a ‘Communication Data Disclosure Permit.’ Since the information of members or users cannot be disclosed externally, Company A inquired whether it should comply with the request in such cases. Moreover, it inquired about possible actions by investigative agencies in relation to this.

In response, Law firm Veat reviewed relevant laws and precedents and was able to provide answers to Company A’s inquiries along with a detailed explanation of the ‘Communication Data Disclosure Permit.’ Furthermore, Law firm Veat did not stop there but was able to contribute to Company A’s personal information-related work management by providing comprehensive legal advice, including potential issues that could arise in the future.

Thank you.

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