Virginia Code 18.2-152.7: Personal trespass by computer; penalty
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A. A person is guilty of the crime of personal trespass by computer when he uses a computer or computer network to cause physical injury to an individual.
Attorney's Note
Under the Virginia Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 3 felony | 5 to 20 years | up to $100,000 |
| Class 6 felony | up to 5 years | up to $2,500 |
B. If committed maliciously, the crime of personal trespass by computer shall be punishable as a Class 3 felony. If such act is done unlawfully but not maliciously, the crime of personal trespass by computer shall be punishable as a Class 6 felony.
1984, c. 751; 1985, c. 322; 2003, cc. 987, 1016; 2005, cc. 746, 761, 827.