18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(E)(12) DEFINITION OF "PERSON" is the federal law that defines the term “person” for the purpose of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CAA). This law states that “person” includes an individual, a corporation, a partnership, an association, a governmental agency, or any other legal entity. It also includes any successor or representative of the above entities. This definition is relevant in cases involving a violation of the CAA, as it determines who is liable for any damages incurred as a result of a CAA violation.