SB284: Computer crimes; removes term without authority from definition of fraud.
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That § 18.2-152.3 of the Code of Virginia is amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 18.2-152.3. Computer fraud; penalty.
Any person who uses a computer or computer network,
without authority and:
1. Obtains property or services by false pretenses;
2. Embezzles or commits larceny; or
3. Converts the property of another;
is guilty of the crime of computer fraud.
If the value of the property or services obtained is $200 or more, the crime of computer fraud shall be punishable as a Class 5 felony. Where the value of the property or services obtained is less than $200, the crime of computer fraud shall be punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor.
2. That the provisions of this act may result in a net increase in periods of imprisonment or commitment. Pursuant to § 30-19.1:4, the estimated amount of the necessary appropriation cannot be determined for periods of imprisonment in state adult correctional facilities and is $0 for periods of commitment to the custody of the Department of Juvenile Justice.