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Re: US crypto laws? Need help!



Jean Chouanard writes:

: Hi!
: 
: I was wondering if a foreigner like, with a valid work visa but not a
: permanet green card, is allowed to use crypto in the state.
: 
: If yes, is there any restriction? Depending on crypto methods?
: 
: Thank a lot, Jean

In the U.S. there is no restriction on such a foreigner using crypto,
but it is supposedly a serious crime (ten years in jail and a million
dollar fine maximum) for anyone to disclose cryptographic software to
him or explain how it works.

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Peter D. Junger--Case Western Reserve University Law School--Cleveland, OH
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