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Wow, what a story. I wonder what his motive was.

Judging by the following snippet taken from the article, I'd say this was his primary Intention.

modifying prisoner records in an attempt to get an inmate released early

7 years certainly is overkill depending on which prisoner he was looking to release. There are murderers that have to do less time.

Absolutely agree.

In my locality, there's been countless murderers who've served less time. This (hacking) just goes to show the severity of penalties Imposed for computer-related crimes.

Oh forgive me, I meant, I wonder why he was trying to free someone early. Perhaps a friend or relative.