Va. Code § 18.2-152.14

Current with changes from the 2024 Special Session I, ch. 2
Section 18.2-152.14 - Computer as instrument of forgery

The creation, alteration, or deletion of any computer data contained in any computer or computer network, which if done on a tangible document or instrument would constitute forgery under Article 1 (§ 18.2-168 et seq.) of Chapter 6 of this Title, will also be deemed to be forgery. The absence of a tangible writing directly created or altered by the offender shall not be a defense to any crime set forth in Article 1 (§ 18.2-168 et seq.) of Chapter 6 of this Title if a creation, alteration, or deletion of computer data was involved in lieu of a tangible document or instrument.

Va. Code § 18.2-152.14

1984, c. 751; 1985, c. 322.
Amended by Acts 1985, § c. 322.
Amended by Acts 1984, § c. 751.