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UK Hacking Prison Terms

The maximum prison terms for hacking in the UK under the Computer Misuse Act

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Jan 16, 2026
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What are the maximum prison sentences for online crimes such as hacking and cyberstalking in the UK?

The maximum prison terms for “hacking” in the UK depend on the specific Computer Misuse Act offence: basic unauthorised access carries up to two years, more serious access with intent up to five years...

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