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The City of Hayward data breach: your legal rights

City of Hayward told the Maryland Attorney General that people’s personal information was exposed. If you got a notice, these are the rights you have.

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Your rights after this breach

  • To be told about the breach

    Maryland law requires a company that loses residents' personal information to notify them. City of Hayward reported this breach to the Maryland Attorney General.

    Maryland data breach notification law

  • To ask whether you can recover money

    If City of Hayward did not take reasonable care of your information, you may have a claim for negligence or under Maryland law. An attorney can review it with you for free.

    Maryland common law and consumer protection statutes

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What City of Hayward reported

Reported to
Maryland Attorney General
Date filed
January 29, 2025
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

The City of Hayward is a municipal government entity responsible for providing essential public services and managing administrative operations for its residents. As a local government body, the City typically collects and stores sensitive personal information, including tax records, utility account details, payroll data for municipal employees, and various public permit applications. In 2025, the City of Hayward officially reported a data security incident to the Maryland Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized access to their systems occurred. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter from the City, it indicates that your personal information may have been compromised during this event. This notice is intended to inform you of the incident and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity and financial security.

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