18 Pa. C.S. § 7616

Current through P.A. Acts 2023-66
Section 7616 - Distribution of computer virus
(a) Offense defined.--A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly sells, gives or otherwise distributes or possesses with the intent to sell, give or distribute computer software or a computer program that is designed or has the capability to:
(1) prevent, impede, control, delay or disrupt the normal operation or use of a computer, computer program, computer software, computer system, computer network, computer database, World Wide Web site or telecommunication device; or
(2) degrade, disable, damage or destroy the performance of a computer, computer program, computer software, computer system, computer network, computer database, World Wide Web site or telecommunication device or any combination thereof.
(b) Grading.--An offense under this section shall constitute a felony of the third degree.

18 Pa.C.S. § 7616

2002, Dec. 16, P.L. 1953, No. 226, § 3, effective in 60 days.