In Anchorage, Alaska recently, a 21-year old man was arrested while sitting in his car outside the public library. The library was closed and he was on his computer, using the library’s wireless Internet connection. He was found to be playing a game online (similar to the board game “Risk”) and charged with “theft of services”.
His laptop was confiscated and the DA’s office is still determining whether criminal charges are warranted. The library normally turns off their wireless connection when they’re closed but the timer wasn’t set.
Here at Cook Memorial Library, we want all Tamworth residents to know that we NEVER shut off our wireless network and we welcome all car, parking lot, and lawn users at any time. We’re happy to continue this service 24/7/365.
