Citizens' privacy rights refer to an individual's right to keep their personal information, communications, and activities private from unwanted intrusion by others, including the government.
Related terms
Fourth Amendment: This amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures by requiring a warrant based on probable cause for any search conducted by law enforcement.
Surveillance State: The surveillance state describes a situation where there is extensive monitoring of citizens by governments through various means such as surveillance cameras, wiretapping, or data collection.
Electronic Privacy: Electronic privacy refers specifically to protecting one's digital information from unauthorized access or surveillance.