April 29, 2005
New Anti Phishing Legislation Brewing in Congress
Finally, Congress is set to toughen the penalties for fraud committed by person's who "phish" for information and gain it from unsuspecting consumers. Patrick Leahy, Vermont's senior lawmaker, has introduced legislation allowing for up for five years in prison and a $250,000 fine for anyone convicted of a phishing or online scam.
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