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H.R. 3570 (98th)

Counterfeit Access Device and Computer Fraud Act of 1983

openUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

14 July 1983

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Subcommittee Hearings Held.

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Summary

Counterfeit Access Device and Computer Fraud Act of 1983 - Amends the Federal criminal code to make it a Federal offense to knowingly and unlawfully produce, buy, sell, or transfer a credit card which is counterfeit, forged, lost or stolen. Makes it a Federal offense to produce, buy, sell, transfer or possess equipment used to produce such fraudulent cards or accounts. Prohibits the use of computers with the intent to execute a scheme to defraud. Authorizes the United States Secret Service to investigate offenses under this section.

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