By Stewart A. Baker
(sbaker@steptoe.com)
Paul R. Hurst
(phurst@steptoe.com)
September 1997
The following is a brief update on the evolving cryptography policy in Brazil.
Currently, Brazil does not regulate the export, import, or use of cryptographic products. However, Brazil's Office of the President is currently developing a policy to address cryptography and will announce this policy in early fall. The Center for Research and Development of Communications under the Office of the President is forming this policy and was unwilling to provide preliminary details about this policy.
Nonetheless, we have received reports that this policy may well impose export as well as import and use restrictions. It is expected that this policy will still allow the import and domestic use of cryptography, but only under certain conditions and/or requirements (such as key length limitations and possibly key recovery-type requirements). The President may also seek legislation to further implement certain aspects of this policy.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
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Crypto Policies In Brazil
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