This document provides an overview of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) from a legal perspective. It discusses key changes and obligations under the GDPR, including territorial scope, lawfulness of processing, rights of data subjects, roles of controllers and processors, data security requirements, and sanctions for noncompliance. The GDPR aims to strengthen and harmonize data protection across the EU by directly applying in all member states and ensuring free flow of personal data. It applies from May 25, 2018 and organizations should take action now to ensure compliance.