Legal Question in Technology Law in California

Is it illegal to read someone's email when they have left their account open on my computer? (Even AFTER I have shown them several times how to log-off)


Asked on 1/07/11, 9:11 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

It may not be illegal to read what is actually on your screen when you get there, but it is a crime to search through someone else's data without their permission. That she carelessly gave you access does not mean you are allowed to use that access, just as carelessly leaving her front door open would not mean you are allowed to enter her house.

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Answered on 1/12/11, 11:27 am
Bryan Whipple Bryan R. R. Whipple, Attorney at Law

If you are charged with anything, contact me; I'll get you acquitted.

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Answered on 1/12/11, 2:15 pm


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