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Interfering with computer system
6. A person who knowingly or recklessly, and without lawful excuse or justification,
(a) hinders the functioning of a computer system by
(i) preventing the supply of electricity, permanently or otherwise, to a computer system;
(ii) causing electromagnetic interference to a computer system;
(iii) corrupting the computer system by any means;
(iv) adding, deleting or altering computer data; or
(b) interferes with the functioning of a computer system or with a person who is lawfully using or operating a computer system
is guilty of an offence and is liable on conviction on indictment to a fine of $50 000
or to imprisonment for a term of 5 years or to both.