§ 156.05

Unauthorized use of a computer

Class A misdemeanor Cyber, Privacy & Communications Art. 156 · Offenses Involving Computers; Definition of Terms

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A person is guilty of unauthorized use of a computer when he or she knowingly uses, causes to be used, or accesses a computer, computer service, or computer network without authorization.

Unauthorized use of a computer is a .

Simplified explanation

Unauthorized use of a computer is knowingly using, causing to be used, or accessing a computer, computer service or network without authorization; it is a class A misdemeanor.