terrorism

terrorism, n. The use or threat of violence to intimidate or cause panic, esp. as a means of affecting political conduct. See 18 USCA § 2331. See also terroristic threat under THREAT; terrorism insurance under INSURANCE. [Cases: Extortion and Threats 25. C.J.S. Threats and Unlawful Communications §§ 2–20.] — terrorist, adj. & n.

cyberterrorism. Terrorism committed by using a computer to make unlawful attacks and threats of attack against computers, networks, and electronically stored information, and actually causing the target to fear or experience harm.

domestic terrorism.

1. Terrorism that occurs primarily within the territorial jurisdiction of the United States. 18 USCA § 2331(5).

2. Terrorism that is carried out against one’s own government or fellow citizens.

international terrorism. Terrorism that occurs primarily outside the territorial jurisdiction of the United States, or that transcends national boundaries by the means in which it is carried out, the people it is intended to intimidate, or the place where the perpetrators operate or seek asylum. 18 USCA § 2331(1).

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双语律师郭敏，国际知名商学院金融专业，擅长翻译各类与金融衍生品与结构化产品相关的法律文件。