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| Long title | An Act to make provision for the punishment of persons who send or deliver letters or other articles for the purpose of causing distress or anxiety. |
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| Citation | 1988 c. 37 |
| Territorial extent | England, Wales, Northern Ireland (section 2 only) |
| Dates | |
| Royal assent | 29 July 1988 |
Status: Current legislation | |
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| Revised text of statute as amended | |
The Malicious Communications Act 1988 (MCA) is a British Act of Parliament that makes it illegal in England and Wales to "send or deliver letters or other articles for the purpose of causing distress or anxiety". It also applies to electronic communications.