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or technical measures implemented by, an electronic mail service
provider based in this State to prevent the transmission of
unsolicited electronic mail in violation of this chapter.

 
SUMMARY

 
This bill amends the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 17-A by
making "computer trespass" a crime. "Computer trespass" is
defined as using a computer or computer network without
authority and with the intent to disable or damage computer
software, data, or programs; to make an unauthorized copy of
computer software, data or programs; to falsify e-mail
transmission information in connection with unsolicited bulk
e-mail; or to possess with the intent to distribute software
designed to facilitate the falsification of e-mail
transmission information. This bill also amends Title 10 by
creating civil relief when a person or person's property is
damaged by computer trespass.


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