Now that you know that they are all property of Intel, yes it does. Trafficking in stolen property is illegal in all 50 states, although the severity and speci

Now that you know that they are all property of Intel, yes it does. Trafficking in stolen property is illegal in all 50 states, although the severity and specifics vary. If you buy them across state lines, 18 U.S. Code § 2315 also applies, making it a federal crime. And taking and selling the QS/ES chips is not "voiding your contract". It is theft, and given the value of the chips, would qualify as a felony.