North Carolina H608 strengthens penalties for computer trespass and unauthorized transmission of unsolicited bulk commercial electronic mail.

North Carolina H608 enhances protections for protected health information and government employee personnel information. It imposes penalties for computer trespass, including fines and potential imprisonment. The bill also addresses unauthorized transmission of unsolicited bulk commercial electronic mail, allowing injured parties to recover damages and attorneys' fees. It specifies that electronic mail service providers are not liable for transmitting unsolicited bulk commercial electronic mail if they comply with their own policies. The act becomes effective July 1, 2025.

North Carolina H608 strengthens penalties for computer trespass and unauthorized transmission of unsolicited bulk commercial electronic mail.

North Carolina H608 enhances protections for protected health information and government employee personnel information. It imposes penalties for computer trespass, including fines and potential imprisonment. The bill also addresses unauthorized transmission of unsolicited bulk commercial electronic mail, allowing injured parties to recover damages and attorneys' fees. It specifies that electronic mail service providers are not liable for transmitting unsolicited bulk commercial electronic mail if they comply with their own policies. The act becomes effective July 1, 2025.