N.Y. Penal Law § 156.25

Current through 2024 NY Law Chapters 1-49, 52, and 61-117
Section 156.25 - Computer tampering in the third degree

A person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when he commits the crime of computer tampering in the fourth degree and:

1. he does so with an intent to commit or attempt to commit or further the commission of any felony; or
2. he has been previously convicted of any crime under this article or subdivision eleven of section 165.15 of this chapter; or
3. he intentionally alters in any manner or destroys computer material; or
4. he intentionally alters in any manner or destroys computer data or a computer program so as to cause damages in an aggregate amount exceeding one thousand dollars; or
5. he intentionally enters or alters in any manner or destroys computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a vaccination against COVID-19.

Computer tampering in the third degree is a class E felony.

N.Y. Penal Law § 156.25

Amended by New York Laws 2022, ch. 24,Sec. 1, eff. 12/22/2021.
Amended by New York Laws 2021, ch. 784,Sec. 2, eff. 12/22/2021.