Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003)
The Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act 2003 provides the legal framework for electronic commerce and transactions. The Act addresses electronic signatures, records, and contracts. Privacy provisions are embedded in sector-specific legislation including the Financial Transactions Reporting Act (anti-money laundering) and the Crimes Act. The Cook Islands does not have standalone comprehensive data protection legislation but relies on sector-specific privacy protections and the common law duty of confidentiality.
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Framework Domains (7)
Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Part 5, Sec. 24 | Supplier Information Disclosure |
| Part 5, Sec. 25 | Consumer Consent for Electronic Records |
| Part 5, Sec. 26 | Right to Withdraw Consent |
| Part 5, Sec. 27 | Cooling-Off Period for Electronic Transactions |
Electronic Contracts and Communications
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Part 3, Sec. 12 | Formation of Electronic Contracts |
| Part 3, Sec. 13 | Offer and Acceptance |
| Part 3, Sec. 14 | Time and Place of Dispatch |
| Part 3, Sec. 15 | Automated Transactions |
Electronic Transactions
Legal framework for electronic commerce
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art. 2 | Consent Definition |
| Art. 3 | Objectives of Open Finance |
| Art. 4 | Participating Institutions |
| Art. 5 | Legal Recognition of Data Messages |
General Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 42 USC 12181 | Definitions |
| 42 USC 12182(a) | General prohibition of discrimination |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(1) | Denial of participation |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(2)(A)(ii) | Reasonable modifications |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(2)(A)(iii) | Auxiliary aids and services |
| Art. 1 | Open Finance Implementation |
| Art. 2 | Consent Definition |
| Art. 3 | Objectives of Open Finance |
| Art. 4 | Participating Institutions |
| JOR-1 | Scope and Definitions (Article 1–2) |
| JOR-2 | Exemptions (Article 3) |
| LAOS-CC-Art1 | Purpose and Scope |
| LAOS-CC-Art2 | Definitions |
| PY-1 | Object and Scope |
| PY-2 | Definitions |
| Part 1, Sec. 1-3 | Purpose and Interpretation |
| Part 1, Sec. 4 | Application and Scope |
| Part 1, Sec. 5 | Crown Binding |
Legal Recognition of Electronic Records
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Part 2, Sec. 6 | Legal Recognition of Electronic Information |
| Part 2, Sec. 7 | Requirement for Writing |
| Part 2, Sec. 8 | Electronic Signatures |
| Part 2, Sec. 9 | Originals and Retention |
Liability and Enforcement
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Part 6, Sec. 30 | Intermediary Liability Limitations |
| Part 6, Sec. 31 | Offences and Penalties |
| Part 6, Sec. 32 | Dispute Resolution |
| Part 6, Sec. 33 | Regulatory Oversight |
Privacy and Data Protection Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Part 4, Sec. 18 | Collection of Personal Information |
| Part 4, Sec. 19 | Use and Disclosure Limitations |
| Part 4, Sec. 20 | Data Security Obligations |
| Part 4, Sec. 21 | Access and Correction Rights |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003)?
Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003) is a compliance framework from Cook Islands with 7 domains and 42 controls. The Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act 2003 provides the legal framework for electronic commerce and transactions. The Act addresses electronic signatures, records, and contracts. Privacy provisions are embedded in sector-specific legislation including the Financial Transactions Reporting Act (anti-money laundering) and the Crimes Act. The Cook Islands does not have standalone comprehensive data protection legislation but relies on sector-specific privacy protections and the common law duty of confidentiality. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003) have?
Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003) has 42 controls organised across 7 domains. The largest domains are General Provisions (18 controls), Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce (4 controls), Electronic Contracts and Communications (4 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003) map to?
Cook Islands Electronic Transactions Act & Privacy Provisions (2003) maps to 563 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are EU Network Code on Cybersecurity for the Electricity Sector (26% coverage), EU Maritime Single Window Environment Regulation (EU 2019/1239) and EMSA Cybersecurity (26% coverage), EU Machinery Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/1230) (26% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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