Note: This set of articles was prepared by Thomas Jerry Scott to supplement his Computer Security classes. Most of these documents have been edited to fit into a common format. Each of the three documents is interesting reading. The first document provides an extensive review of the activities of Kevin Mitnick, probably the best known hacker. The other documents provide details on legal issues hackers face, if they are convicted.

Table of Contents for the Kevin Mitnick and Hacker Legal Documents


  1. A Lengthy Analysis of Kevin Mitnick's Hacker Activities and Prosecution


  2. The Legal Steps to Bringing a Hacker to Trail and Sentencing


  3. The Hackers Guide to What to Do in Prison


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