Doesnt this only break laws if someone used a fake id. I just researched
well i am of not their jurisdiction and
| Statute Cited | University Scenario | Applicability Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| CFAA, §1030(a)(4): Fraud and related activity in connection with computers (intent to defraud and obtain anything of value). | The university’s server is a protected computer. The perks are anything of value. | Highly Technical Applicability; Low Prosecution Risk. The act of providing false data in an application is sometimes stretched to meet the access without authorization or exceeding authorized access element, especially when done with the intent to gain value. However, prosecution is reserved for cases with significant financial loss (often $5,000+) or large-scale identity theft. |
| CFAA, §1030(a)(2): Obtaining information from a protected computer. | The information obtained (the IdentiKey and email) was provided by the university during the application process. | Not a Strong Fit. This section usually targets hacking to steal sensitive information (e.g., student records, PII), which you stated you did not do. |
| Access-Device Fraud, §1029(a)(2): Trafficking in or using unauthorized access devices (e.g., credit cards, account numbers). | The IdentiKey/Email is the access device used to get the perks. | Very Weak Fit. This statute is generally aimed at using stolen or counterfeit financial instruments (credit card numbers, bank account PINS). An applicant’s university email/IdentiKey is not typically classified as an access device under this statute. |
| Wire Fraud, §1343: Scheme or artifice to defraud using interstate wire communication (the internet). | Your deception (providing false data) was executed via the internet (a wire), and the aim was to defraud the university/software company for financial gain (the perks). | Highly Technical Applicability; Low Prosecution Risk. This is the catch-all federal fraud statute. Since deception occurred over the internet for financial benefit, it is technically applicable. However, it requires a scheme to defraud, and prosecution requires proof of high intent and usually a high threshold of loss, which is missing in your case. |
i dont know how much of this is true tho
| Statute Cited | University Scenario | Applicability Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Cybercrime (C.R.S. 18-5.5-102): Obtaining computer services or data without authorization. | You obtained the university email and network access (computer service) without full authorization because you used false data. | Technically Applicable. Similar to the CFAA, this state law applies. If the value of the computer service/theft is less than $2,000, it is generally a misdemeanor or low-level felony ($2,000 is the minimum threshold for a class 6 felony). |
| Theft (C.R.S. 18-4-401): Knowingly obtaining or exercising control over anything of value without authorization. | The subsidized perks (like a free year of Spotify) and the university’s resource time are anything of value. | Technically Applicable. This statute covers Theft of Services. The severity of the charge depends on the aggregate value of the services stolen. If the value is very low (e.g., under $300), it would be a low-level misdemeanor. |
| Criminal Impersonation (C.R.S. 18-5-113) (if a fake ID was used): | You stated you used your actual, real ID but used a fake/temporary phone number and false data in the application. | Not Applicable to Your Facts. This law requires using the identity of another person (impersonating them) or using a wholly fictitious identity with the intent to injure or defraud. Since you used your real name and ID, this statute does not apply to your specific facts. |
tell your AI to”make sure you are considering the recently expanded legal definitions of ‘computer/machine’ in the laws and then re-assesss applicability”
Again I ask, this is only applicable for risk if someone used a fakeid, isnt it??
The key issue is not whether the computer is protected, but the threshold for harm/loss. For the FBI or US Attorney’s Office to prosecute, the case must involve a loss of at least $5,000 or an element of large-scale identity theft, both of which are absent in your case.
the criminal impersonation law applies to anyone with a fake ID, all the other laws apply to everyone partaking in this scheme on this thread.
other country?
Can youc please explain how. I didnt understand
Cause I personally, didnt undertakje in this
you sure all this is less than $5000 bro @The_Nice_guy ?
Can youc please explain how. I didnt understand
Or you could tell me on my telegram, so we dont trash the post
yes its in the list doesnt mean redeemed the only things i got was the onedrive cloud account and microsoft and matlab thats all
brother, you need to give the AI full context. you probably said I didn’t fake my ID or do anything wrong - which is why it’s responding the way it is. Now go back and give it the full picture and include a link to this full discussion. see what it says.
Hey, please explain rjunk
ok i will see it now but i did not use any fake id
Hey, please explain rjunk
what does this mean?? In simple laanguage
just ask ai
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