This report by the WODC evaluates the effectiveness of the Computer Crime Act III within Dutch investigative practice. The study analyzes how new legal tools, such as hacking powers and making data inaccessible, are being used to combat digital crime. It also examines the prosecution of specific criminal offenses, including online commercial fraud, data theft, and the use of a decoy. The sources show that the Act has strengthened investigations, although limited capacity and international components remain challenges. The evaluation combines quantitative data from court rulings with qualitative insights from interviews with public prosecutors and the police. Finally, the document reflects on the need for constitutional safeguards when using these far-reaching powers.
