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Title of bill
An act to amend the penal law, in relation to impersonating another by using another's electronic signature
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill addresses the use of another's electronic signature without consent.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. Section 190.25 of the penal law is amended by adding a new 2 subdivision 5 to read as follows: 3 5. Impersonates another by using another's electronic signature with Intent to obtain a benefit or injure or defraud another. For the Purposes of this subdivision, electronic signature shall have the same Meaning as set forth in subdivision three of section three hundred two of the state technology law.
Justification
Everyday, New Yorkers use electronic signatures to sign documents that are legally binding in the same manner as a hand-written signature would. Whether it is in the line of business or for personal matters society has become dependent on electronic documents which are reviewed and transmitted via the internet. In many instances time and distance do not provide accessibility to have documents executed and returned before impending deadlines. In order to conduct business or facilitate other matters an individual may produce an electronic signature with the intention that it will be used solely for the purpose it was intended - Not for use by another individual attempting to impersonate them. This bill addresses the use of electronic signatures.
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Fiscal implications to state and local government
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Effective date
Immediately.
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