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Sections 7 and 17Exemptions
State Processing Exemption
State processing grounds and exemptions have specific conditions; there is no blanket exclusion for all government processing.
Meaning and legal context
Section 7 permits certain uses, including specified services and functions. Section 17 provides distinct exemptions, sometimes requiring a notification.
Practical application
Distinguish a processing ground from an exemption and record the relevant clause.
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