Consumer Protection Against Computer Spyware Act

Texas Spyware Act
active

Prohibits installing software on someone else's computer to deceptively collect personal information through keystroke logging or browsing tracking, hijack settings, or block removal. Private suits are limited to affected software providers, site and trademark owners, carriers, cable operators, and ISPs; botnet victims have a separate action.

Jurisdiction

Texas

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

4/1/2009

Enforcing Authority

Texas Attorney General; software providers, web page or trademark owners, carriers, cable operators, and ISPs

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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