A person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when he
commits the crime of computer tampering in the fourth degree and:
1. he does so with an intent to commit or attempt to commit or further
the commission of any felony; or
2. he has been previously convicted of any crime under this article or
subdivision eleven of section 165.15 of this chapter; or
3. he intentionally alters in any manner or destroys computer
material; or
4. he intentionally alters in any manner or destroys computer data or
a computer program so as to cause damages in an aggregate amount
exceeding one thousand dollars; or
5. he intentionally enters or alters in any manner or destroys
computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a
vaccination against COVID-19.
Computer tampering in the third degree is a class E felony.
Structure New York Laws
Title J - Offenses Involving Theft
Article 156 - Offenses Involving Computers; Definition of Terms
156.00 - Offenses Involving Computers; Definition of Terms.
156.05 - Unauthorized Use of a Computer.
156.20 - Computer Tampering in the Fourth Degree.
156.25 - Computer Tampering in the Third Degree.
156.26 - Computer Tampering in the Second Degree.
156.27 - Computer Tampering in the First Degree.
156.29 - Unlawful Duplication of Computer Related Material in the Second Degree.
156.30 - Unlawful Duplication of Computer Related Material in the First Degree.
156.35 - Criminal Possession of Computer Related Material.