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AAIP Resolution 4/2019 on data law interpretation criteria

In forceAAIP Res. 4/2019

Summary

It sets binding criteria for applying Law 25,326. It recognizes the right to ask for an explanation of the logic used when a decision based solely on automated processing negatively affects someone, and gives criteria on video surveillance and biometric data.

Who it applies to

Database controllers and users subject to Law 25,326.

Penalties

Those under Law 25,326 and AAIP Res. 126/2024.

Official name
Resolución 4/2019 de la Agencia de Acceso a la Información Pública: Criterios orientadores e indicadores de mejores prácticas en la aplicación de la Ley N° 25.326
Official reference
Boletín Oficial 16-ene-2019
Regulator
Agency for Access to Public Information (AAIP)
Official source
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Key dates

Obligations and dates

Obligations table
ObligationArticle or citationStatusDateWho it applies toVerification
Explain the logic of automated decisionsRes. AAIP 4/2019, criterio sobre decisiones automatizadas (Ley 25.326, art. 15 inc. 1)In forceAlready applicableIf you use systems that make solely automated decisions about people (credit, employment, insurance, access to services).Verified in the official source on November 4, 2026
Criteria for biometrics and video surveillanceRes. AAIP 4/2019, criterios sobre videovigilancia y datos biométricosIn forceAlready applicableIf you use facial recognition, video surveillance or other biometric data.Verified in the official source on November 4, 2026

Explain the logic of automated decisions

Res. AAIP 4/2019, criterio sobre decisiones automatizadas (Ley 25.326, art. 15 inc. 1)In force

Already applicable

When it relates
If you use systems that make solely automated decisions about people (credit, employment, insurance, access to services).
What the rule provides
  • When someone requests access, explain the logic used in the automated decision that negatively affected them.
  • Record variables and model version so each decision can be explained.
Typical evidence
  • Explanation response template.
  • Decision log.
Verification
Verified in the official source on November 4, 2026Checked in InfoLEG: AAIP Res. 4/2019, Annex I, criterion 2 ("explanation of the logic applied"); its art. 1 makes it mandatory. Logging variables and model version is a suggested practice to be able to give that explanation.

Criteria for biometrics and video surveillance

Res. AAIP 4/2019, criterios sobre videovigilancia y datos biométricosIn force

Already applicable

When it relates
If you use facial recognition, video surveillance or other biometric data.
What the rule provides
  • Give notice and secure the proper legal basis before capturing images or biometric data.
  • Let individuals access their images as set by the AAIP.
Typical evidence
  • Surveillance notices and access log.
Verification
Verified in the official source on November 4, 2026Checked in InfoLEG: AAIP Res. 4/2019, Annex I, criteria 1 (access to CCTV images) and 4 (biometric data is sensitive only when it can reveal data that enables discrimination). The legal basis for capturing images comes from Law 25,326.

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