Computer Abuse Amendments Act of 1990

Summary

Computer Abuse Amendments Act of 1990 - Amends the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to make it a felony to transmit an unauthorized program or code that alters the information stored in a computer with the intent to damage, disrupt, alter, or misappropriate the system or information contained within the affected computer or computer system if the transmission: (1) causes damage exceeding $1,000 in any one-year period; or (2) modifies or impairs the medical care of one or more individuals. Makes such offense punishable by a fine and up to five years in prison. Sets forth parallel provisions with respect to recklessly transmitting a destructive computer program or code. Makes such offense a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine and imprisonment for up to one year. Creates a civil cause of action for compensatory or injunctive relief for persons suffering damage or loss by virtue of a violation of this Act.

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• Reported to Senate (text)

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• Referred in House (text)

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

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• Engrossed in Senate (text)

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• Passed Senate amended

  summary · EN · 25 October 1990

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 19 April 1990

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