Computer Crime (computer trespass, spam header forgery, cyberstalking and online impersonation)

Rhode Island's computer crime law covers unauthorized access and copying of computer data, forging email headers to send bulk spam, cyberstalking and cyberharassment, and online impersonation using another person's name, persona or identifying information (including biometric data) to harm, defraud, intimidate or threaten. Injured people, including email service providers, can sue for damages.