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 |
Terms Used In Virginia Code 18.2-152.7
- Person: includes any individual, corporation, partnership, association, cooperative, limited liability company, trust, joint venture, government, political subdivision, or any other legal or commercial entity and any successor, representative, agent, agency, or instrumentality thereof. See Virginia Code 1-230
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.