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Cyber· CMA 1990
Section 3 — Unauthorised acts impairing operation of computer
Doing any unauthorised act in relation to a computer with intent or recklessness as to impairing operation, preventing/hindering access to data, or impairing reliability/operation of programs/data.
Penalty reference
- Mode of trial
- Either-way
- Maximum penalty
- 10 years on indictment.
- Out-of-court eligibility
- ✕ CR✕ Caution✓ Cond. Caution
Triage the circumstances
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