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MS HB686

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/18/2013

Primary Sponsor

Kimberly Campbell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 97-45-3 to clarify that the term "computer network" includes the Internet as defined in Section 230 of Title II of the Communications Act of 1934.

  • Maintains existing computer fraud penalties: fine up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment up to 6 months for basic offenses.

  • Increases penalties to fine up to $10,000 and/or imprisonment up to 5 years when damage or loss amounts to $500 or more.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2013.

Legislative Description

Computer fraud; clarify definition of computer network.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/18/2013

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division B2/15/2013
Judiciary B1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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