Virginia law prohibits unauthorized use of computers to gather personal identifying information, theft of computer services, and causing physical harm through computer networks. Penalties range from misdemeanors to felonies depending on the severity and intent of the offense. The statutes aim to protect individuals and computer systems from malicious and deceptive activities.
Using computers to illegally gather personal identifying information, steal computer services, or cause physical harm through computer networks are prohibited activities under Virginia law.
Violating the law by using a computer to gather personal information is a Class 6 felony; selling or using that information in another crime is a Class 5 felony.
Personal trespass by computer involves using a computer to cause physical injury to someone, with malicious acts punishable as a Class 3 felony and unlawful, non-malicious acts as a Class 6 felony.
Yes, willfully obtaining computer services without permission is a Class 1 misdemeanor, but if the value is $2,500 or more, it becomes a Class 6 felony.