Subdivision 1. Definition. As used in this section, "code-grabbing device" means a device that can receive and record the coded signal sent by the transmitter of a security or other electronic system and can play back the signal to disarm or operate that system.
Subd. 2. Crime. Whoever possesses a code-grabbing device with intent to use the device to commit an unlawful act may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than three years or to payment of a fine of not more than $5,000, or both.
History:1996 c 408 art 3 s 34