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Iowa Computer Crimes Laws<\/h1>\n
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We’re using computers all the time these days, from email to banking, and sometimes even driving our cars. So of course criminals are using computers, too, and trying to figure out new ways to victimize other computer users. Everything from annoying spam, to invasive viruses, and from hacking to identity theft; these are just a few of the ways criminals can use computers against us. So what is the Hawkeye State doing to keep our computers, our personal information, and ourselves safe from computer crime? This is an introduction computer crimes laws in Iowa.<\/p>\n

Computer Crimes<\/h2>\n

We may have heard of "hacking" or seen it on TV, but breaking into a secure computer database just one of many "computer crimes<\/a>" prohibited under state computer crime laws<\/a>. These statutes can also criminalize damaging a computer system and spam operations.<\/p>\n

Computer Crime Laws in Iowa<\/h2>\n

The chart below lists the details of Iowa’s computer crime statutes.<\/p>\n\n

Code Section<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Iowa Code 714, et seq.<\/a>: Theft, Fraud and Related Offenses;<\/p>\n

Iowa Code 714E, et seq.<\/a>: Foreclosure Consultants;<\/p>\n

Iowa Code 716.6B<\/a>: Unauthorized Computer Access;<\/p>\n

Iowa Code 702.1A<\/a>: Computer Terminology;<\/p>\n

Iowa Code 702.14<\/a>: Property<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>

Mental State Required for Prosecution<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Knowingly<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>

Misdemeanor Computer Crimes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Unauthorized access of a computer, computer system, or computer network with confidential records or operational or support data, aggravated misdemeanor; if data us copied, altered, or destroyed, serious misdemeanor;<\/p>\n

Theft of data or services with value between $500 and $1000, aggravated misdemeanor; $200-500, serious misdemeanor; under $200, simple misdemeanor; access of computer, simple misdemeanor<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>

Felony Computer Crimes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Theft of data or services with value over $10,000, class C felony; value between $1000 and $10,000, class D felony<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>

Attempt Considered a Crime?<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

No<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>

Civil Lawsuit Permitted?<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Yes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n

As comprehensive as Iowa computer crime statutes are, you are the first line of defense when it comes to keeping yourself and your personal data safe. Here are a few tips to protect yourself from computer criminals:<\/p>\n