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Title: Unauthorized computer access laws
Post by: nebulus on April 17, 2013, 12:55:04 AM
So, I've been thinking about the law that puts people behind bars for hacking computers. I am not a hacker but I tend to be paranoid about computer privacy/security (probably as much as some of you folks). Anyway, do you think it is safe to assume that if somebody from an "official" agency hacks into your computer looking for something you have the right to sue them?

I am interested to read what people think...


Title: Re: Unauthorized computer access laws
Post by: Luno on April 17, 2013, 01:02:55 AM
Yes, the legality of qustionable warrants have not been tested in court. However if an agency is behind, they are not required to supply evidence of innocence or anything to a court of law.

You can report it as any other hacking attempt and if you have had damage to your system or costs associated with reestablishing your system or moving to other hardware you have a legit insurrance claim.



Title: Re: Unauthorized computer access laws
Post by: myrkul on April 17, 2013, 02:39:29 AM
Get the evidence thrown out due to illegal access? Maybe.
Sue them? No.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sovereign_immunity

One of the benefits of running your own court system.


Title: Re: Unauthorized computer access laws
Post by: nebulus on April 17, 2013, 04:52:18 AM
You can report it as any other hacking attempt and if you have had damage to your system or costs associated with reestablishing your system or moving to other hardware you have a legit insurrance claim.

Hmm... Doubtful... Never heard any hackers sue anyone over confiscated equipment.


Title: Re: Unauthorized computer access laws
Post by: Ekaros on April 17, 2013, 08:43:40 AM
Where do you live?

USA is nearly there as police state that they can do what ever they want... Freedom and all anti terrorism...


Title: Re: Unauthorized computer access laws
Post by: MysteryMiner on April 17, 2013, 03:48:42 PM
They can do whatever they want. No law can prevent computer access. But securing of the computer can!