California legal term
Internet identifier in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Internet identifier” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Internet identifier” mean in California criminal law?
“Internet identifier” means any electronic mail address or user name used for instant messaging or social networking that is actually used for direct communication between users on the Internet in a manner that makes the communication not accessible to the general public. “Internet identifier” does not include Internet passwords, date of birth, social security number, or PIN number. (Cal. Penal Code § 290.024)
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