RCW 9A.90.080
Electronic data tampering in the first degree.
(1) A person is guilty of electronic data tampering in the first degree if he or she maliciously and without authorization:
(a)(i) Alters data as it transmits between two data systems over an open or unsecure network; or
(ii) Introduces any malware into any electronic data, data system, or data network; and
(b)(i) Doing so is for the purpose of devising or executing any scheme to defraud, deceive, or extort, or commit any other crime in violation of a state law not included in this chapter, or of wrongfully controlling, gaining access to, or obtaining money, property, or electronic data; or
(ii) The electronic data, data system, or data network is maintained by a governmental [government] agency.
(2) Electronic data tampering in the first degree is a class C felony.
[ 2016 c 164 § 8.]
Structure Revised Code of Washington
Title 9A - Washington Criminal Code
Chapter 9A.90 - Washington Cybercrime Act.
9A.90.010 - Findings—Intent—2016 c 164.
9A.90.020 - Short title—2016 c 164.
9A.90.040 - Computer trespass in the first degree.
9A.90.050 - Computer trespass in the second degree.
9A.90.060 - Electronic data service interference.
9A.90.080 - Electronic data tampering in the first degree.
9A.90.090 - Electronic data tampering in the second degree.
9A.90.100 - Electronic data theft.