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10th July 2009

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BBC NEWS | UK | Hacker appeals to home secretary →

Lawyers for a Briton accused of hacking into secret military and Nasa computers are asking the home secretary to ensure he is not jailed in the US. Glasgow-born Gary McKinnon, 42, who last month lost his appeal against extradition, could face life in jail if convicted of accessing 97 computers. His lawyer Karen Todner said his human rights would be breached if he did not return to the UK after a trial. The Home Office said his case was “receiving consideration”. A spokesman said: “Further representations have been received today from solicitors against Mr McKinnon’s surrender to the USA which are receiving consideration.”