8.98 Unlawfully Accessing Nonpublic Computer Used by the Government xxx (18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(a)(3)) is a federal offense that involves accessing any nonpublic computer used by the United States government without authorization. This offense is punishable under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CAA) and can include up to five years in prison and/or a fine of up to $250,000. The types of 8.98 Unlawfully Accessing Nonpublic Computer Used by the Government xxx (18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(a)(3)) include: • Unauthorized Access: Gaining access to a nonpublic computer used by the United States government without permission. • Hacking: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to a nonpublic computer used by the United States government. • Data Theft: Stealing or copying data from a nonpublic computer used by the United States government without permission. • Intentional Damage: Intentionally damaging a nonpublic computer used by the United States government. • Identity Theft: Using someone’s identity to gain access to a nonpublic computer used by the United States government without permission.