[6] 11 - Gaining Unauthorized Access to a System (Hacking) (Federal Charge)

It is illegal for a person to intentionally:

  • Access a computer system without authorization

  • Interfere with system or computer services without authorization

  • Copy, transfer, delete, hide, alter, damage/destroy, or encrypt/lock files without authorization

  • Intercept, duplicate, or prevent delivery of data traffic to, from, or between systems

Felony Sentence: 400 Seconds Fine: $50,000

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