N.Y. Penal Law Section 156.25
Computer tampering in the third degree

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.

Source: Section 156.25 — Computer tampering in the third degree, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PEN/156.­25 (updated Mar. 4, 2022; accessed Dec. 13, 2025).

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