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New York Consolidated Laws, Penal Law - PEN § 156.10 Computer trespass

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A person is guilty of computer trespass when he or she knowingly uses, causes to be used, or accesses a computer, computer service, or computer network without authorization and:

1. he or she does so with an intent to commit or attempt to commit or further the commission of any felony;  or

2. he or she thereby knowingly gains access to computer material.

Computer trespass is a class E felony.

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