Criminal Law Research On The Theft Of Virtual Propert

The development of internet technology has not only provided convenience for users,but has also contributed to the growth of new forms of crime.One of these is the huge number of infringements of virtual property in cyberspace.Experts and academics have different views on the legal characteristics of virtual property and the criminal nature of infringements of virtual property,and the treatment of such cases in case law is not uniform.First,as virtual property is very different from property protected by traditional criminal law,the legal definition of the characteristics of this type of property is rather vague and there is considerable disagreement on how to qualify acts of infringement of virtual property.Secondly,as the unlawful acquisition and use of virtual property often overlaps with the relevant criminal law provisions on "theft" and "illegal access to computer information system information crime",there are also differences in the nature of such acts when judges try cases.There are differences in the nature of such acts and many cases have been decided differently.Finally,there is no uniform standard for calculating the value of virtual property,which also makes it difficult to convict and punish such offences.This article takes as a starting point two recent cases that have been decided by the courts and,on the basis of an analysis of the inconsistencies found in these cases,provides a systematic analysis of the concept and nature of virtual property and how acts against virtual property are convicted and adjudicated.There are many types of virtual property,including different types of accounts,gaming props,virtual gold coins and "gifts" given during live streaming,etc.It has characteristics of both electronic data and general property and its protection in a criminal sense is not beyond the foreseeable capacity of individuals.This is in line with the principle of statutory rights.The author considers that the criminal protection of virtual property should be strengthened both legislatively and through the courts,including by issuing judicial interpretations and increasing the influence of leading precedents.