Category: Federal
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Stored Communications Act 18 USC 121
CISO Legal Summary: Overview:This statute addresses the unlawful access to electronic communications stored by service providers, outlining offenses, penalties, and exceptions. Key Offenses: Penalties: Exceptions: §2701. Unlawful access to stored communications (a) Offense.—Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section whoever— (1) intentionally accesses without authorization a facility through which an electronic communication service is…
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Computer Fraud and Abuse Act 18 USC 1030
CISO Legal Summary: Overview:This statute addresses various forms of computer-related fraud and unauthorized access, outlining specific offenses, penalties, and definitions related to computer crimes. Key Offenses: Penalties: Investigative Authority: Definitions: Civil Actions: Exemptions: §1030. Fraud and related activity in connection with computers (a) Whoever- (1) having knowingly accessed a computer without authorization or exceeding authorized…