Legislation
- Title
- Criminal Law - Crimes Involving Computers - Ransomware
- Sponsored by
- Senator Lee
- Status
- In the Senate - Hearing 1/14 at 1:00 p.m.
- Analysis
- Fiscal and Policy Note
Synopsis
Prohibiting a person from knowingly possessing certain ransomware with the intent to use that ransomware for introduction into the computer, computer network, or computer system of another person without the authorization of the other person; establishing that a person who violates the Act is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $10,000 or both; applying the Act prospectively; etc.
Committees
- Original:
- Judicial Proceedings
Committee Testimony
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