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Peru
Erick Iriarte Ahón and Ruddy Medina Plasencia
Iriarte & Asociados
General
1	 How can the government’s attitude and approach to internet issues
best be described?
The current government is not fully clear regarding its approach
to internet issues. However, it has taken some very specific action
related to internet regulation in the future. In this context, Peru
was the president of eLAC (Information Society in Latin America
and the Caribbean) and the ICT Commission of ECOSOC (United
Nations) from 2010 to 2013. Also, as of June 2013, there is a new
chief of the Egov National Office.
Legislation
2	 What legislation governs business on the internet?
Although there is no specific rule governing e-commerce, there are
several regulations that apply at different stages, either through
restrictions or providing facilities.
First, article 141-A of the Civil Code allows the evidencing
of intent through electronic means, considering it as an express
declaration.
Then, in making a contract, the Law of Digital Signatures and
Certificates (Law No. 27269) and its rules govern the use of elec-
tronic signatures, so that they have the same validity and legal effect
as a written signed document.
In the advertising or promotion of goods and services provided
by natural or legal persons, Law No. 28493 regulates the use of
unsolicited commercial e-mail (spam), which will be considered as
such when it has been sent without the request or consent of the
recipient. This Law also establishes the conditions of legality of
unsolicited commercial e-mail.
Peru also has free trade agreements with different countries, for
example with the United States, which contain articles about the
authentication of digital signatures and certificates for full identifica-
tion of the parties so as to carry out valid transactions with greater
security and confidence, through the exchange of information on
standards, regulations and other relevant documents.
In addition, we can mention the recent report of the
Superintendence of Tax Administration (SUNAT), which establishes
that the import and sale of e-books is subject to value added tax
(VAT).
Finally, the Data Protection Law (Law No. 29733) regulates the
personal databases of private and public entities, processing, stor-
age, security and communication, including outside the country.
Regulatory bodies
3	 Which regulatory bodies are responsible for the regulation of
e-commerce and internet access tariffs and charges?
OSIPTEL (the Peruvian Organisation for Private Investment in
Telecommunications) regulates internet access fees and expenses;
it sets out general rules but does not interfere with internet service
prices as these are regulated by the market. There is no specific regu-
latory institution for e-commerce.
Jurisdiction
4	 What tests or rules are applied by the courts to determine the
jurisdiction for internet-related transactions (or disputes) in cases
where the defendant is resident or provides goods or services from
outside the jurisdiction?
In Peru, the courts do not define internet-related transactions or dis-
putes. However, at the administrative level, the National Institute for
the Defence of Competition and Protection of Intellectual Property
(INDECOPI), by Resolution No. 0827-2005/TPI-INDECOPI, is
competent to hear disputes concerning the use of distinctive signs on
the internet, even if it is determined that the website in question is
under the ownership, management or administration of a company
domiciled in Peru. If the website has commercial effect in Peru (using
the ccTLD domain name ‘.pe’ or advertising content aimed at the
Peruvian public), INDECOPI is competent to decide a case related
to this site.
This resolution is important because it reflects an interpretation
of INDECOPI that can be applied in other cases and areas, not only
intellectual property issues, but also consumer protection or unfair
competition.
Contracting on the internet
5	 Is it possible to form and conclude contracts electronically? If so, how
are contracts formed on the internet? Explain whether ‘click wrap’
contracts are enforceable, and if so, what requirements need to be
met?
Yes, it is possible to form and conclude contracts electronically. The
Civil Code allows the expression of will to take place electronically
between absent people, although there are no specific requirements
for accreditation.
The usual practice in our country is that the buyer will receive
an e‑mail confirming that the purchase has been successful, allow-
ing for proof of the contract between the parties, but this is not
mandatory.
6	 Are there any particular laws that govern contracting on the internet?
Do these distinguish between business-to-consumer and business-to-
business contracts?
Contracting on the internet is governed by the Civil Code and the
Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571). The Civil
Code governs business-to-business contracts, and the Consumer
Law governs business-to consumer contracts.
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7	 How does the law recognise or define digital or e-signatures?
A digital signature is defined as a signature that uses the technique of
asymmetric cryptography, based on the use of a single key pair, with
associated private key and a public key related mathematically with
each other, so that people who know the public key cannot decode
the private key.
The digital signature ensures non-repudiation of the original
electronic document and has the same legal validity as the use of a
handwritten signature, if and only if it is generated within the frame-
work of the Official Infrastructure of Electronic Signatures.
8	 Are there any data retention or software legacy requirements in
relation to the formation of electronic contracts?
No, there is no requirement in relation of the formation of electronic
contracts.
Security
9	 What measures must be taken by companies or ISPs to guarantee the
security of internet transactions?
There is no legislation requiring private sector companies to imple-
ment technical security measures for internet transactions. However,
providers of e-mail services domiciled in the country are regulated
by Law No. 28493, which regulates the use of unsolicited com-
mercial e‑mail (spam) and requires the provision of locking systems
or software and/or filters for the reception or transmission made
through their server, for the e-mails requested by the user.
On the other hand, Circular No. G-140-2009, issued by the
Superintendence of Banks and Insurance (SBS), requires banks to
establish, maintain and document information security management
systems (ISMS). For instance, in the case of fund transfers to third
parties through electronic channels, financial institutions should
implement an authentication scheme based on at least two items of
personal customer information.
10	 As regards encrypted communications, can any authorities require
private keys to be made available? Are certification authorities
permitted? Are they regulated and are there any laws as to their
liability?
Peruvian law does not expressly empower authorities to make avail-
able private keys, but a judge could request a party to produce such
keys if it is necessary in a judicial process.
The Law of Signatures and Digital Certificates, Law No. 27269,
does not allow for a judge or administrative authority, includ-
ing certification authorities, to request private keys of encrypted
communications.
Domain names
11	 What procedures are in place to regulate the licensing of domain
names? Is it possible to register a country-specific domain name
without being a resident in the country?
The Peruvian ccTLD administrators incorporate an EPP proto-
col (with registrars) that does not have any kind of restriction
on the registration of domain names (no nationality or residency
requirements).
12	 Do domain names confer any additional rights (for instance in relation
to trademarks or passing off) beyond the rights that naturally vest in
the domain name?
No, only the right to use the domain name.
13	 Will ownership of a trademark assist in challenging a ‘pirate’
registration of a similar domain name?
Yes, is possible to use an LDRP (alternative system based on the
principles of UDRP). The WIPO Arbitration Center is a dispute
resolution provider.
On the other hand, in a recent modification of the LDRP, protec-
tion was extended to the ownership of:
•	 appellations of origin protected in Peru;
•	 
names of individuals or pseudonyms publicly recognised in
Peru;
•	 
names of official bodies of Peruvian central, regional or local
government; and
•	 company names registered in Peruvian public records.
Advertising
14	 What rules govern advertising on the internet?
There is no specific legislation regulating advertising on the internet,
but there are a number of laws that can be applied, such as the
Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571).
Article 13 of the Code defines the purpose of the protection of
the consumers in relation to advertising, and this regulation also
applies to the internet:
Article 13. Purpose:
The protection of consumers in relation to advertising is intended
to protect consumer information asymmetry when advertisements
are misleading or false in any way, including presentation or rel-
evant information, so that consumers may be induced or misled
about the origin, nature, method of manufacture or distribution,
characteristics, suitability for use, quality, quantity, price, terms of
sale or acquisition and, in general, about the attributes, benefits,
limitations or conditions of the products, services, facilities or
transactions that are being marketed, or when advertisements are
misleading about an agent’s attributes, including everything that
represents your business.
Also, considering the impact that advertising can have on social
behaviour, protection of consumers from advertisements that are
contrary to the principle of social fairness, avoiding the encourage-
ment of anti-social acts or illegal discrimination or other similar
behaviour is the aim of the Code.
Other legislation relating to the regulation of advertising that
could be applied to the internet includes:
•	 
the Law for the Repression of Unfair Competition (Legislative
Decree No. 1044);
•	 
the Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 29733) and the
Regulation (Supreme Decree No. 003-2013-JUS);
•	 
Directive No. 005-2009/COD-INDECOPI on the operation of
the registry of phone numbers and e-mail addresses excluded
from being recipients of mass advertising;
•	 
the Civil Code; and
•	 
laws regulating particular activities (gambling, tobacco, alco-
holic beverages, prescription drugs and unhealthy food (junk
food)).
15	 Are there any products or services that may not be advertised or
types of content that are not permitted on the internet?
Although there is no specific legislation about products or services
advertised on the internet, there are some limitations given by the
legislation mentioned above, for example, products or services that
require government authorisation, such as gambling, prescription
drugs, medical unhealthy food (junk food), and so on.
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Financial services
16	 Is the advertising or selling of financial services products to
consumers or to businesses via the internet regulated, and, if so, by
whom and how?
The Consumer Code regulates the advertising of financial services
products, including via the internet.
The SBS regulates the advertising and selling of these products,
including via the internet. This authority is in charge of securing bet-
ter regulation of financial services.
Defamation
17	 Are ISPs liable for content displayed on their sites?
ISPs can shift responsibility for the content on their platform to the
users by using terms and conditions.
However, the ISP may be liable if it has previewed the informa-
tion before publication to filter out illegal content; if the content
turns out to be illegal and a third party has made a report on this,
the provider is required to examine the case and check the illegality
of the content and, if necessary, remove it to discharge liability.
18	 Can an ISP shut down a web page containing defamatory material
without court authorisation?
Although there is no specific rule that allows it, it is recommended
that the ISP’s right to terminate the contents is set in its terms and
conditions.
The terms and conditions can even include a list of unaccep-
table content on the platform, without prejudice to whether there
is any unforeseen situation, so it can decide whether the content is
acceptable.
Intellectual property
19	 Can a website owner link to third-party websites without permission?
The website owner may link to a third-party website without per-
mission, provided that it does not infringe copyright, trademark or
unfair competition laws.
20	 Can a website owner use third-party content on its website without
permission from the third-party content provider?
No, a website owner cannot use third-party content on its website
without permission from the author or owner of the content, unless:
•	 the content is in the public domain;
•	 
only a small part of the third-party content is being used, with
indication of its author and source, and a link to the original
content source quoted; or
•	 it is free-use content under any open licensing of copyright.
21	 Can a website owner exploit the software used for a website by
licensing the software to third parties?
There are no specific prohibitions. If the website owner is the copy-
right holder of the software or is entitled to sub-license the software,
the website owner may license the software to third parties.
22	 Are any liabilities incurred by links to third-party websites?
There are no special regulations on this matter, but general provi-
sions may apply if a copyright, trademark or unfair competition
infringement is committed by the link. Also, DL 822, article 39, says:
No authority or natural person or legal entity may authorise the use
of a work or any other product protected by this Law, or assist in
such use, if the user does not have the prior written authorisation
of the owner of the relevant rights, save in the exceptional cases
provided for by law. In the case of failure to comply, he or it shall
be jointly liable.
On the other hand, article 1969 of the Civil Code provides that
whoever causes harm to another by fraud or negligence is obliged to
compensate them.
Data protection and privacy
23	 How does the law in your jurisdiction define ‘personal data’?
In Law No. 29733, the Personal Data Protection Law, ‘personal data’
is defined as all information about a natural person who is identified
or can be identified with tools reasonably used. On the other hand,
in the Regulation, ‘personal data’ is defined as all numerical, alpha-
betical, graphic, photographic, acoustic on personal habits, or any
other data related to individuals that identifies them or makes them
identifiable through ways that can be reasonably used.
24	 Does a website owner have to register with any controlling body to
process personal data? May a website provider sell personal data
about website users to third parties?
Yes. The Personal Data Protection Law requires that the owner of
the personal database must report and register it with the adminis-
trative authority.
25	 If a website owner is intending to profile its customer base to target
advertising on its website, is this regulated in your jurisdiction? In
particular, is there an opt-out or opt-in approach to the use of cookies
or similar technologies?
Individuals’ habits, even in online activities, are considered personal
data and are therefore regulated and protected by the law on the
protection of personal data.
In this context, the law requires that the owner of personal data
must give an individual prior, informed, explicit and unequivocal
consent (opt-in) for his or her inclusion in the website database.
26	 If an internet company’s server is located outside the jurisdiction, are
any legal problems created when transferring and processing personal
data?
The territorial application of the Personal Data Protection Law is
limited to personal data contained in a database whose processing is
undertaken in national territory; but if the personal data is exported
out of the territory (by any means, including technical aspects such
as the servers being located outside the jurisdiction), in this case the
owner of the database needs the consent of the owner of the per-
sonal data.
27	 Does your jurisdiction have data breach notification laws?
The Personal Data Protection Law has not regulated data breach
notifications. There is only an obligation to notify in the event of a
violation of personal data.
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Taxation
28	 Is the sale of online products subject to taxation?
Yes, the sale of products and services online made by a company
incorporated and domiciled in Peru is taxed. However, the Peruvian
Tax Code (article 33) indicates that the export of Peruvian goods
or services to persons not domiciled in Peru, and provided that the
good or service is used outside the territory of Peru, is not subject
to VAT. Among the services benefiting from this exemption are the
following:
•	 data processing and computer programs;
•	 
design and software creation, generic and specific, and web
design; and
•	 provision and operation of computer applications online.
On the other hand, article 15.3 of chapter 15 (Electronic Commerce)
of the Trade Promotion Agreement between the United States and
Peru (US–Peru TPA), about digital products, provides that no party
may apply customs duties, fees or other charges on or in connection
with the importation or exportation of digital products by electronic
transmission; but to date this obligation has not been implemented.
29	 What tax liabilities ensue from placing servers outside operators’
home jurisdictions? Does the placing of servers within a jurisdiction by
a company incorporated outside the jurisdiction expose that company
to local taxes?
If products are sold or services rendered in Peru, even if this is done
from a foreign country or server located outside Peru, then local tax
should be paid.
This is because Peru’s tax system is based on the principle of
‘world income source’, namely all income obtained by a person or
company in Peru is subject to taxation, and all income obtained in
Peru by a non-resident is also subject to local taxation.
30	 When and where should companies register for VAT or other sales
taxes? How are domestic internet sales taxed?
Individuals or entities with residence or domicile in Peru are obliged
to register as local taxpayers with SUNAT. It is also possible, but
entities with residence or domicile outside Peru are not obliged to
register, if they made transactions in our country. Registration must
be done before starting taxable activities.
Domestic internet sales are taxed in accordance with the normal
tax rules.
31	 If an offshore company is used to supply goods over the internet,
how will returns be treated for tax purposes? What transfer-pricing
problems might arise from customers returning goods to an onshore
retail outlet of an offshore company set up to supply the goods?
Peruvian law regulates the procedure whereby goods exported are
returned to the local provider in Peru. This procedure is designed to
obtain recognition of the VAT levied on the importation.
However, in the case of e-commerce business to foreign consum-
ers, because of the extent of the operation, the amount of tax and
the cost of the postal or courier service, this procedure could be too
complicated for it to be used.
Gambling
32	 Is it permissible to operate an online betting or gaming business from
the jurisdiction?
There is no particular legislation in Peru about online betting or
gaming; gambling offline is already controlled by Law No. 28945.
There is no prohibition of online betting or gaming business, the
only limitations being under specific laws, such as the protection of
minors.
33	 Are residents permitted to use online casinos and betting websites?
Is any regulatory consent or age, credit or other verification required?
As stated above, there are no limitations on online casinos and bet-
ting websites, so their use and operation is permitted; there is no spe-
cific legislation about minors’ access to online gambling, although
most online casinos and betting sites have age-related restrictions,
mostly because of foreign legislation about it.
During May 2013 the XVII round of negotiations of the Trans-Pacific
Partnership Agreement (TPP) was held in Lima. Such negotiations
are confidential; however, it is known that during they included
discussions on e-commerce issues (including consumer protection
and data protection rules).
Also, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR)
has analysed the implementation of local legislation on the theme
of Limitations on Liability for Internet Service Providers as an
obligation of our country derived from Chapter 16 (Intellectual
Property) of the US-PERU TPA. In this sense, they have conducted
several meetings with local stakeholders (telecoms companies,
copyright owners, intellectual property attorneys, cultural
industries, etc) to understand their position on this issue in order
to formulate a bill about it.
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Most Peruvian gambling sites do request confirmation of age,
most of the time related to the national identification number or
credit card restrictions; in Peru the age restriction is over 18 years old
because of the rule about capacity to enter into contracts included in
the Civil Code. This approach is taken by the online casino opera-
tors themselves, not because of any specific law.
Outsourcing
34	 What are the key legal and tax issues relevant in considering the
provision of services on an outsourced basis?
The principal issue for outsourcing in Peru is occupational, in the
context of the work relationship between the principal company and
the employees of the company that provides the contracted service.
35	 What are the rights of employees who previously carried out services
that have been outsourced? Is there any right to consultation
or compensation, do the rules apply to all employees within the
jurisdiction?
There is no right to consultation or compensation. The company
that is providing the contracted service is only responsible for its
own employees; but if the provider company does not have all its
labour issues in order, its workers can petition the courts for legal
benefits from the principal company.
Online publishing
36	 When would a website provider be liable for mistakes in information
that it provides online? Can it avoid liability?
With websites that provide information or news, the limits of lia-
bility of the website provider are included in the terms and condi-
tions of the website; when the website is managed by more than one
author, the limits of responsibility are related to the specific terms
for each site.
Responsibility for mistakes in information on this kind of site
will depend on the nature of the information; a mistake could vio-
late punitive laws related to privacy, personal honour, or image
rights, or affect intellectual property rights of any kind.
The above applies in the case of information that is not related
to a provider of products or services; with the latter, information
should be taken as consumer-related information and is limited by
the Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571).
37	 If a website provider includes databases on its site, can it stop other
people from using or reproducing data from those databases?
In Peruvian legislation about information in general terms, there
are limits to the constitutional right of freedom of information; the
limitations are related to personal intimacy, banking secrecy and
taxation, so if the database includes any of this information there
will be limits on a third party to use or reproduce data from those
databases.
The database, understood as a compilation of works, facts or
data in retrievable form in a computer storage unit or otherwise, is
also protected by Peruvian copyright law.
To be protected by copyright law, the database must have origi-
nality related to the selection of the elements that it contains and
the disposition or selection of the subject of the information; within
these limits the author of the database could protect it from other
people using or reproducing data and be protected by copyright law.
38	 Are there marketing and advertising regulations affecting website
providers?
Liability for information on a website that is about a provider of
products or services is included in consumer protection legislation,
specifically in the Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law
No. 29571) that is applicable to all consumer relations, including
services or products provided online, so if there is any information
about a service or product that includes any mistake or false infor-
mation, the service provider is responsible for it.
In particular, article 34 of the Code says that in all cases in which
the supplier provides information through websites or other forms
of dissemination, it must be clear, comprehensible, accurate and eas-
ily accessible in compliance with this Code and material laws. The
indication to this source of information must be clear and explicit.
The following can also be apply in this area:
•	 
regulations under Directive No. 005-2009/COD-INDECOPI in
relation to advertising by telephone and/or e-mail; and
•	 
Law No. 28493, which regulates the use of unsolicited commer-
cial e-mail (spam).
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e-Commerce Guide: Peru

  • 1. e-Commerce 2014 in 26 jurisdictions worldwide Contributing editor: Robert Bond 2014 ® Published by Getting the Deal Through in association with: Addisons Angeles & Lugo Lovatón B+B Law Firm Bühlmann Attorneys at Law Dimitrov, Petrov & Co Ferrere Foyen Advokatfirma AB García Magliona y Cía Abogados Ichay & Mullenex Avocats Iriarte & Asociados Karniol Małecki i Wspólnicy Sp.k. Kochhar & Co Martí & Associats Noerr LLP Orsingher Ortu Avvocati Associati Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi LLP Sorainen Speechly Bircham LLP Stibbe Vitale, Manoff & Feilbogen WH Partners Yuasa and Hara Zhong Lun Law Firm 1 0 t h a n n i v e r s a r y e d i t i o n
  • 2. Argentina Héctor Ariel Manoff, Nicolás Matías Czejer and Vanesa Balda Vitale, Manoff & Feilbogen 3 Australia Jamie Nettleton and Justine Munsie Addisons 9 Belarus Alexey Anischenko, Marina Golovnitskaya and Natalia Yurieva Sorainen 19 Bulgaria Veneta Donova Dimitrov, Petrov & Co 24 Chile Claudio Magliona García Magliona y Cía Abogados 31 China Jihong Chen Zhong Lun Law Firm 36 Dominican Republic Jaime R Ángeles Angeles & Lugo Lovatón 41 Estonia Kaupo Lepasepp and Mihkel Miidla Sorainen 47 France Annabelle Richard and Diane Mullenex Ichay & Mullenex Avocats 53 India Stephen Mathias and Phillip Ninan Kochhar & Co 61 Italy Marco Consonni Orsingher Ortu Avvocati Associati 68 Japan Kozo Yabe and Masakazu Hoshino Yuasa and Hara 76 Latvia Agris Repšs and Valts Nerets Sorainen 82 Lithuania Renata Beržanskienėand Laurynas Ramuckis Sorainen 89 Luxembourg Dirk Leermakers and Nicolas van Heule Stibbe 95 Malta Olga Finkel and Karl Gonzi WH Partners 102 Peru Erick Iriarte Ahón and Ruddy Medina Plasencia Iriarte & Asociados 109 Poland Robert Małecki Karniol Małecki i Wspólnicy Sp.k. 114 Spain Joan Ramon Miquel Torrents and Laura Oteros Gibert Martí & Associats 120 Sweden Peter Dyer and Sara Malmgren Foyen Advokatfirma AB 126 Switzerland Lukas Bühlmann Bühlmann Attorneys at Law 132 Turkey Sıdıka Baysal Hatipoḡlu, Gökhan Uḡur Baḡci, Benan İlhanlı B+B Law Firm 139 Ukraine Mansur Pour Rafsendjani and Volodymyr Yakubovskyy Noerr LLP 144 United Kingdom Robert Bond Speechly Bircham LLP 149 United States Hillel I Parness Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi LLP 160 Uruguay Alejandro Alterwain and Martín Cerruti Ferrere 170 e-Commerce 2014 Contributing editor Robert Bond Speechly Bircham LLP Publisher Gideon Roberton Business development managers Alan Lee George Ingledew Dan White Account manager Megan Friedman Trainee account managers Cady Atkinson Joseph Rush Dominique Destrée Media coordinator Parween Bains Administrative coordinator Sophie Hickey Trainee research coordinator Robin Synnot Marketing manager (subscriptions) Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production coordinator Lydia Gerges Senior production editor Jonathan Cowie Subeditor Davet Hyland Director Callum Campbell Managing director Richard Davey e-Commerce 2014 Published by Law Business Research Ltd 87 Lancaster Road London, W11 1QQ, UK Tel: +44 20 7908 1188 Fax: +44 20 7229 6910 © Law Business Research Ltd 2013 No photocopying: copyright licences do not apply. First published 2004 Tenth edition ISSN 1473-0065 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal advice should always be sought before taking any legal action based on the information provided. This information is not intended to create, nor does receipt of it constitute, a lawyer–client relationship. The publishers and authors accept no responsibility for any acts or omissions contained herein. Although the information provided is accurate as of August 2013, be advised that this is a developing area. Printed and distributed by Encompass Print Solutions Tel: 0844 2480 112 contents ® Law Business Research
  • 3. Iriarte & Asociados peru www.gettingthedealthrough.com 109 Peru Erick Iriarte Ahón and Ruddy Medina Plasencia Iriarte & Asociados General 1 How can the government’s attitude and approach to internet issues best be described? The current government is not fully clear regarding its approach to internet issues. However, it has taken some very specific action related to internet regulation in the future. In this context, Peru was the president of eLAC (Information Society in Latin America and the Caribbean) and the ICT Commission of ECOSOC (United Nations) from 2010 to 2013. Also, as of June 2013, there is a new chief of the Egov National Office. Legislation 2 What legislation governs business on the internet? Although there is no specific rule governing e-commerce, there are several regulations that apply at different stages, either through restrictions or providing facilities. First, article 141-A of the Civil Code allows the evidencing of intent through electronic means, considering it as an express declaration. Then, in making a contract, the Law of Digital Signatures and Certificates (Law No. 27269) and its rules govern the use of elec- tronic signatures, so that they have the same validity and legal effect as a written signed document. In the advertising or promotion of goods and services provided by natural or legal persons, Law No. 28493 regulates the use of unsolicited commercial e-mail (spam), which will be considered as such when it has been sent without the request or consent of the recipient. This Law also establishes the conditions of legality of unsolicited commercial e-mail. Peru also has free trade agreements with different countries, for example with the United States, which contain articles about the authentication of digital signatures and certificates for full identifica- tion of the parties so as to carry out valid transactions with greater security and confidence, through the exchange of information on standards, regulations and other relevant documents. In addition, we can mention the recent report of the Superintendence of Tax Administration (SUNAT), which establishes that the import and sale of e-books is subject to value added tax (VAT). Finally, the Data Protection Law (Law No. 29733) regulates the personal databases of private and public entities, processing, stor- age, security and communication, including outside the country. Regulatory bodies 3 Which regulatory bodies are responsible for the regulation of e-commerce and internet access tariffs and charges? OSIPTEL (the Peruvian Organisation for Private Investment in Telecommunications) regulates internet access fees and expenses; it sets out general rules but does not interfere with internet service prices as these are regulated by the market. There is no specific regu- latory institution for e-commerce. Jurisdiction 4 What tests or rules are applied by the courts to determine the jurisdiction for internet-related transactions (or disputes) in cases where the defendant is resident or provides goods or services from outside the jurisdiction? In Peru, the courts do not define internet-related transactions or dis- putes. However, at the administrative level, the National Institute for the Defence of Competition and Protection of Intellectual Property (INDECOPI), by Resolution No. 0827-2005/TPI-INDECOPI, is competent to hear disputes concerning the use of distinctive signs on the internet, even if it is determined that the website in question is under the ownership, management or administration of a company domiciled in Peru. If the website has commercial effect in Peru (using the ccTLD domain name ‘.pe’ or advertising content aimed at the Peruvian public), INDECOPI is competent to decide a case related to this site. This resolution is important because it reflects an interpretation of INDECOPI that can be applied in other cases and areas, not only intellectual property issues, but also consumer protection or unfair competition. Contracting on the internet 5 Is it possible to form and conclude contracts electronically? If so, how are contracts formed on the internet? Explain whether ‘click wrap’ contracts are enforceable, and if so, what requirements need to be met? Yes, it is possible to form and conclude contracts electronically. The Civil Code allows the expression of will to take place electronically between absent people, although there are no specific requirements for accreditation. The usual practice in our country is that the buyer will receive an e‑mail confirming that the purchase has been successful, allow- ing for proof of the contract between the parties, but this is not mandatory. 6 Are there any particular laws that govern contracting on the internet? Do these distinguish between business-to-consumer and business-to- business contracts? Contracting on the internet is governed by the Civil Code and the Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571). The Civil Code governs business-to-business contracts, and the Consumer Law governs business-to consumer contracts.
  • 4. peru Iriarte & Asociados 110 Getting the Deal Through – e-Commerce 2014 7 How does the law recognise or define digital or e-signatures? A digital signature is defined as a signature that uses the technique of asymmetric cryptography, based on the use of a single key pair, with associated private key and a public key related mathematically with each other, so that people who know the public key cannot decode the private key. The digital signature ensures non-repudiation of the original electronic document and has the same legal validity as the use of a handwritten signature, if and only if it is generated within the frame- work of the Official Infrastructure of Electronic Signatures. 8 Are there any data retention or software legacy requirements in relation to the formation of electronic contracts? No, there is no requirement in relation of the formation of electronic contracts. Security 9 What measures must be taken by companies or ISPs to guarantee the security of internet transactions? There is no legislation requiring private sector companies to imple- ment technical security measures for internet transactions. However, providers of e-mail services domiciled in the country are regulated by Law No. 28493, which regulates the use of unsolicited com- mercial e‑mail (spam) and requires the provision of locking systems or software and/or filters for the reception or transmission made through their server, for the e-mails requested by the user. On the other hand, Circular No. G-140-2009, issued by the Superintendence of Banks and Insurance (SBS), requires banks to establish, maintain and document information security management systems (ISMS). For instance, in the case of fund transfers to third parties through electronic channels, financial institutions should implement an authentication scheme based on at least two items of personal customer information. 10 As regards encrypted communications, can any authorities require private keys to be made available? Are certification authorities permitted? Are they regulated and are there any laws as to their liability? Peruvian law does not expressly empower authorities to make avail- able private keys, but a judge could request a party to produce such keys if it is necessary in a judicial process. The Law of Signatures and Digital Certificates, Law No. 27269, does not allow for a judge or administrative authority, includ- ing certification authorities, to request private keys of encrypted communications. Domain names 11 What procedures are in place to regulate the licensing of domain names? Is it possible to register a country-specific domain name without being a resident in the country? The Peruvian ccTLD administrators incorporate an EPP proto- col (with registrars) that does not have any kind of restriction on the registration of domain names (no nationality or residency requirements). 12 Do domain names confer any additional rights (for instance in relation to trademarks or passing off) beyond the rights that naturally vest in the domain name? No, only the right to use the domain name. 13 Will ownership of a trademark assist in challenging a ‘pirate’ registration of a similar domain name? Yes, is possible to use an LDRP (alternative system based on the principles of UDRP). The WIPO Arbitration Center is a dispute resolution provider. On the other hand, in a recent modification of the LDRP, protec- tion was extended to the ownership of: • appellations of origin protected in Peru; • names of individuals or pseudonyms publicly recognised in Peru; • names of official bodies of Peruvian central, regional or local government; and • company names registered in Peruvian public records. Advertising 14 What rules govern advertising on the internet? There is no specific legislation regulating advertising on the internet, but there are a number of laws that can be applied, such as the Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571). Article 13 of the Code defines the purpose of the protection of the consumers in relation to advertising, and this regulation also applies to the internet: Article 13. Purpose: The protection of consumers in relation to advertising is intended to protect consumer information asymmetry when advertisements are misleading or false in any way, including presentation or rel- evant information, so that consumers may be induced or misled about the origin, nature, method of manufacture or distribution, characteristics, suitability for use, quality, quantity, price, terms of sale or acquisition and, in general, about the attributes, benefits, limitations or conditions of the products, services, facilities or transactions that are being marketed, or when advertisements are misleading about an agent’s attributes, including everything that represents your business. Also, considering the impact that advertising can have on social behaviour, protection of consumers from advertisements that are contrary to the principle of social fairness, avoiding the encourage- ment of anti-social acts or illegal discrimination or other similar behaviour is the aim of the Code. Other legislation relating to the regulation of advertising that could be applied to the internet includes: • the Law for the Repression of Unfair Competition (Legislative Decree No. 1044); • the Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 29733) and the Regulation (Supreme Decree No. 003-2013-JUS); • Directive No. 005-2009/COD-INDECOPI on the operation of the registry of phone numbers and e-mail addresses excluded from being recipients of mass advertising; • the Civil Code; and • laws regulating particular activities (gambling, tobacco, alco- holic beverages, prescription drugs and unhealthy food (junk food)). 15 Are there any products or services that may not be advertised or types of content that are not permitted on the internet? Although there is no specific legislation about products or services advertised on the internet, there are some limitations given by the legislation mentioned above, for example, products or services that require government authorisation, such as gambling, prescription drugs, medical unhealthy food (junk food), and so on.
  • 5. Iriarte Asociados peru www.gettingthedealthrough.com 111 Financial services 16 Is the advertising or selling of financial services products to consumers or to businesses via the internet regulated, and, if so, by whom and how? The Consumer Code regulates the advertising of financial services products, including via the internet. The SBS regulates the advertising and selling of these products, including via the internet. This authority is in charge of securing bet- ter regulation of financial services. Defamation 17 Are ISPs liable for content displayed on their sites? ISPs can shift responsibility for the content on their platform to the users by using terms and conditions. However, the ISP may be liable if it has previewed the informa- tion before publication to filter out illegal content; if the content turns out to be illegal and a third party has made a report on this, the provider is required to examine the case and check the illegality of the content and, if necessary, remove it to discharge liability. 18 Can an ISP shut down a web page containing defamatory material without court authorisation? Although there is no specific rule that allows it, it is recommended that the ISP’s right to terminate the contents is set in its terms and conditions. The terms and conditions can even include a list of unaccep- table content on the platform, without prejudice to whether there is any unforeseen situation, so it can decide whether the content is acceptable. Intellectual property 19 Can a website owner link to third-party websites without permission? The website owner may link to a third-party website without per- mission, provided that it does not infringe copyright, trademark or unfair competition laws. 20 Can a website owner use third-party content on its website without permission from the third-party content provider? No, a website owner cannot use third-party content on its website without permission from the author or owner of the content, unless: • the content is in the public domain; • only a small part of the third-party content is being used, with indication of its author and source, and a link to the original content source quoted; or • it is free-use content under any open licensing of copyright. 21 Can a website owner exploit the software used for a website by licensing the software to third parties? There are no specific prohibitions. If the website owner is the copy- right holder of the software or is entitled to sub-license the software, the website owner may license the software to third parties. 22 Are any liabilities incurred by links to third-party websites? There are no special regulations on this matter, but general provi- sions may apply if a copyright, trademark or unfair competition infringement is committed by the link. Also, DL 822, article 39, says: No authority or natural person or legal entity may authorise the use of a work or any other product protected by this Law, or assist in such use, if the user does not have the prior written authorisation of the owner of the relevant rights, save in the exceptional cases provided for by law. In the case of failure to comply, he or it shall be jointly liable. On the other hand, article 1969 of the Civil Code provides that whoever causes harm to another by fraud or negligence is obliged to compensate them. Data protection and privacy 23 How does the law in your jurisdiction define ‘personal data’? In Law No. 29733, the Personal Data Protection Law, ‘personal data’ is defined as all information about a natural person who is identified or can be identified with tools reasonably used. On the other hand, in the Regulation, ‘personal data’ is defined as all numerical, alpha- betical, graphic, photographic, acoustic on personal habits, or any other data related to individuals that identifies them or makes them identifiable through ways that can be reasonably used. 24 Does a website owner have to register with any controlling body to process personal data? May a website provider sell personal data about website users to third parties? Yes. The Personal Data Protection Law requires that the owner of the personal database must report and register it with the adminis- trative authority. 25 If a website owner is intending to profile its customer base to target advertising on its website, is this regulated in your jurisdiction? In particular, is there an opt-out or opt-in approach to the use of cookies or similar technologies? Individuals’ habits, even in online activities, are considered personal data and are therefore regulated and protected by the law on the protection of personal data. In this context, the law requires that the owner of personal data must give an individual prior, informed, explicit and unequivocal consent (opt-in) for his or her inclusion in the website database. 26 If an internet company’s server is located outside the jurisdiction, are any legal problems created when transferring and processing personal data? The territorial application of the Personal Data Protection Law is limited to personal data contained in a database whose processing is undertaken in national territory; but if the personal data is exported out of the territory (by any means, including technical aspects such as the servers being located outside the jurisdiction), in this case the owner of the database needs the consent of the owner of the per- sonal data. 27 Does your jurisdiction have data breach notification laws? The Personal Data Protection Law has not regulated data breach notifications. There is only an obligation to notify in the event of a violation of personal data.
  • 6. peru Iriarte Asociados 112 Getting the Deal Through – e-Commerce 2014 Taxation 28 Is the sale of online products subject to taxation? Yes, the sale of products and services online made by a company incorporated and domiciled in Peru is taxed. However, the Peruvian Tax Code (article 33) indicates that the export of Peruvian goods or services to persons not domiciled in Peru, and provided that the good or service is used outside the territory of Peru, is not subject to VAT. Among the services benefiting from this exemption are the following: • data processing and computer programs; • design and software creation, generic and specific, and web design; and • provision and operation of computer applications online. On the other hand, article 15.3 of chapter 15 (Electronic Commerce) of the Trade Promotion Agreement between the United States and Peru (US–Peru TPA), about digital products, provides that no party may apply customs duties, fees or other charges on or in connection with the importation or exportation of digital products by electronic transmission; but to date this obligation has not been implemented. 29 What tax liabilities ensue from placing servers outside operators’ home jurisdictions? Does the placing of servers within a jurisdiction by a company incorporated outside the jurisdiction expose that company to local taxes? If products are sold or services rendered in Peru, even if this is done from a foreign country or server located outside Peru, then local tax should be paid. This is because Peru’s tax system is based on the principle of ‘world income source’, namely all income obtained by a person or company in Peru is subject to taxation, and all income obtained in Peru by a non-resident is also subject to local taxation. 30 When and where should companies register for VAT or other sales taxes? How are domestic internet sales taxed? Individuals or entities with residence or domicile in Peru are obliged to register as local taxpayers with SUNAT. It is also possible, but entities with residence or domicile outside Peru are not obliged to register, if they made transactions in our country. Registration must be done before starting taxable activities. Domestic internet sales are taxed in accordance with the normal tax rules. 31 If an offshore company is used to supply goods over the internet, how will returns be treated for tax purposes? What transfer-pricing problems might arise from customers returning goods to an onshore retail outlet of an offshore company set up to supply the goods? Peruvian law regulates the procedure whereby goods exported are returned to the local provider in Peru. This procedure is designed to obtain recognition of the VAT levied on the importation. However, in the case of e-commerce business to foreign consum- ers, because of the extent of the operation, the amount of tax and the cost of the postal or courier service, this procedure could be too complicated for it to be used. Gambling 32 Is it permissible to operate an online betting or gaming business from the jurisdiction? There is no particular legislation in Peru about online betting or gaming; gambling offline is already controlled by Law No. 28945. There is no prohibition of online betting or gaming business, the only limitations being under specific laws, such as the protection of minors. 33 Are residents permitted to use online casinos and betting websites? Is any regulatory consent or age, credit or other verification required? As stated above, there are no limitations on online casinos and bet- ting websites, so their use and operation is permitted; there is no spe- cific legislation about minors’ access to online gambling, although most online casinos and betting sites have age-related restrictions, mostly because of foreign legislation about it. During May 2013 the XVII round of negotiations of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) was held in Lima. Such negotiations are confidential; however, it is known that during they included discussions on e-commerce issues (including consumer protection and data protection rules). Also, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR) has analysed the implementation of local legislation on the theme of Limitations on Liability for Internet Service Providers as an obligation of our country derived from Chapter 16 (Intellectual Property) of the US-PERU TPA. In this sense, they have conducted several meetings with local stakeholders (telecoms companies, copyright owners, intellectual property attorneys, cultural industries, etc) to understand their position on this issue in order to formulate a bill about it. Update and trends Erick Iriarte Ahón contacto@iriartelaw.com Ruddy Medina Plasencia rmedina@iriartelaw.com Av Francisco Miró Quesada 191, Of. 510 Tel: +51 1 427 0383 Lima 1 Fax: +51 1 427 0383 Peru www.iriartelaw.com Twitter: @ialaw
  • 7. Iriarte Asociados peru www.gettingthedealthrough.com 113 Most Peruvian gambling sites do request confirmation of age, most of the time related to the national identification number or credit card restrictions; in Peru the age restriction is over 18 years old because of the rule about capacity to enter into contracts included in the Civil Code. This approach is taken by the online casino opera- tors themselves, not because of any specific law. Outsourcing 34 What are the key legal and tax issues relevant in considering the provision of services on an outsourced basis? The principal issue for outsourcing in Peru is occupational, in the context of the work relationship between the principal company and the employees of the company that provides the contracted service. 35 What are the rights of employees who previously carried out services that have been outsourced? Is there any right to consultation or compensation, do the rules apply to all employees within the jurisdiction? There is no right to consultation or compensation. The company that is providing the contracted service is only responsible for its own employees; but if the provider company does not have all its labour issues in order, its workers can petition the courts for legal benefits from the principal company. Online publishing 36 When would a website provider be liable for mistakes in information that it provides online? Can it avoid liability? With websites that provide information or news, the limits of lia- bility of the website provider are included in the terms and condi- tions of the website; when the website is managed by more than one author, the limits of responsibility are related to the specific terms for each site. Responsibility for mistakes in information on this kind of site will depend on the nature of the information; a mistake could vio- late punitive laws related to privacy, personal honour, or image rights, or affect intellectual property rights of any kind. The above applies in the case of information that is not related to a provider of products or services; with the latter, information should be taken as consumer-related information and is limited by the Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571). 37 If a website provider includes databases on its site, can it stop other people from using or reproducing data from those databases? In Peruvian legislation about information in general terms, there are limits to the constitutional right of freedom of information; the limitations are related to personal intimacy, banking secrecy and taxation, so if the database includes any of this information there will be limits on a third party to use or reproduce data from those databases. The database, understood as a compilation of works, facts or data in retrievable form in a computer storage unit or otherwise, is also protected by Peruvian copyright law. To be protected by copyright law, the database must have origi- nality related to the selection of the elements that it contains and the disposition or selection of the subject of the information; within these limits the author of the database could protect it from other people using or reproducing data and be protected by copyright law. 38 Are there marketing and advertising regulations affecting website providers? Liability for information on a website that is about a provider of products or services is included in consumer protection legislation, specifically in the Consumer Defence and Protection Code (Law No. 29571) that is applicable to all consumer relations, including services or products provided online, so if there is any information about a service or product that includes any mistake or false infor- mation, the service provider is responsible for it. In particular, article 34 of the Code says that in all cases in which the supplier provides information through websites or other forms of dissemination, it must be clear, comprehensible, accurate and eas- ily accessible in compliance with this Code and material laws. The indication to this source of information must be clear and explicit. The following can also be apply in this area: • regulations under Directive No. 005-2009/COD-INDECOPI in relation to advertising by telephone and/or e-mail; and • Law No. 28493, which regulates the use of unsolicited commer- cial e-mail (spam).
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