Missouri · Missouri Revised Statutes — Criminal Offenses (Ch. 565–575)

Mo. Rev. Stat. (Crimes) § 569.097: Tampering with computer equipment

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Tampering with computer equipment without authorization is a class A misdemeanor, but becomes a class E or D felony if the offense involves fraud/property theft of $750+, or damage exceeding $750 (or $25,000 for class D).

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