Working Group on Unlawful Conduct on the Internet
Headline: Creates Working Group to Address Unlawful Internet Conduct
What it does: Federal agencies must form a working group to review laws, tools, and education and present recommendations within 120 days.
- Creates a government review of investigation and prosecution of Internet crimes.
- May lead to recommendations for new tools, authorities, or education programs.
- Requires agencies to report findings to the President and Vice President.
Summary
This order creates a government working group to study unlawful activity that uses the Internet and to prepare a report with recommendations. The group will examine whether current federal laws let investigators and prosecutors effectively address crimes such as illegal sales, fraud, and child pornography; whether new investigative tools or legal authorities are needed; and how to help parents and teachers reduce risks.
The working group includes top law enforcement and department leaders and must deliver its report to the President and Vice President.
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