New York Watch, Guard, or Patrol Agency (WGP) License Practice Exam

What type of crime has an employee committed if they divulge information to someone other than their employer or as required by law?

1. Misdemeanor

2. Felony

3. Civil Infraction

4. No Crime

The correct answer is: Misdemeanor

A misdemeanor is the type of crime an employee has committed in this scenario because it involves the unauthorized disclosure of information. This action is considered a misdemeanor because it is a less serious offense that is punishable by a fine or imprisonment for up to one year. B A felony would apply if the employee disclosed information to harm their employer or for personal gain. C: A civil infraction would not apply as it is a non-criminal offense, and D: No crime would also not apply as the unauthorized disclosure of information is a punishable offense under the law.