Bridging the Gap between Individual Privacy and Public Security

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Rolf H. Weber

University of Zurich - Faculty of Law

Dominic Staiger

University of Zurich

Date Written: December 5, 2014

Abstract

This article outlines the concept and origin of privacy law as it is applied today in various jurisdictions around the world. It then provides examples of governmental intervention affecting the privacy rights of individuals and critically examines their suitability and proportionality in light of the environment in which they operate. Balancing the interest of an individual’s privacy against the often legitimate concerns of a government for public order requires legislators to implement laws which provide an appropriate balance between these two competing interests. Throughout the article varying approaches in setting boundaries for privacy laws are analysed and improvements suggested. Furthermore the privacy challenges created in the online world are addressed and current developments highlighted.

Keywords: Privacy; Security; Anonymity; Human Rights; Right to be Forgotten; Surveillance; Data Collection

JEL Classification: K33, K39

Suggested Citation

Weber, Rolf H. and Staiger, Dominic, Bridging the Gap between Individual Privacy and Public Security (December 5, 2014). Groningen Journal of International Law, Vol. 2, No. 2, 2014, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2599269

Rolf H. Weber (Contact Author)

University of Zurich - Faculty of Law ( email )

Rämistrasse 71
Zürich, CH-8006
Switzerland

Dominic Staiger

University of Zurich ( email )

Rämistrasse 71
Zürich, CH-8006
Switzerland

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