There does not seem to be any doubt that the blogger used Koch's name without authority or consent. The blogger thereby used Koch's "personal identifying information."
The purpose of the use of Koch's name also was to obtain a "benefit" for the blogger, namely access to Gov. Walker, and to obtain something "of value," namely a recording to be used by the blogger.
Additionally, it appears that there also was the purpose of harming the reputation of Koch, both through the inflammatory statements by the blogger acting as Koch and by creating the appearance of some improper influence by Koch on the political process.
In sum, there certainly seems to be enough evidence already known at least to justify an investigation by the Madison police as to the possible theft of David Koch's identity, a felony under state law.
Probably enough here to justify an investigation into Col. Mustard here as a practicing law professor, too. Best part?
Instead, the Madison Police Chief wants an investigation of Gov. Walker, even though there were no statements made by Walker which could constitute a crime. If the Madison Police Chief wants someone and something to investigate, it is not Gov. Walker.
Yeah, how dare we apply the first amendment selectively while a state governor is openly talking about the fact "we thought about" planting agents provocateur in the anti-Walker demonstator crowds or about soliciting and coordination of campaign money while on state property.
Identity theft is the crime here that Wisconsin voters and citizens should be worried about? That's like going after Luke Skywaker for trespassing on the Death Star.
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