Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-111
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.2002, Dec. 16, P.L. 1953, No. 226, § 3, effective in 60 days.