Pub. L. 99-474, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act of 1986
In effectCongress · Law · October 16, 1986
Summary
Makes it a federal crime to access federal and other protected computers without authorization, or to exceed authorized access, to obtain information, commit fraud, or cause damage.
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- Issuer
- Congress (public laws)
- Type
- Law
- Number
- Pub. L. 99-474
- Issued
- October 16, 1986
- Status
- In effect
Still in force, possibly with amendments.
Amended several times since 1986.
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