is it legal to unlock an ipad with icloud lock

I bought this iPad Air 16GB but it has an iCloud lock, I know a shop where the can unlock it but my question is:

Is it legal to unlock it then use it as a new iPad?

If not I might sell it as parts or spares.

Thanks for looking and answering

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Posted on May 14, 2014 11:35 AM

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May 14, 2014 12:16 PM in response to kamoul1

Note also that though hacking the iPad may be legal (though it depends on the laws in your country), and assuming that the shop can do what they claim - I've not seen anyone successfully remove the Activation Lock- it's quite possible that if you can't get the previous owner to remove the lock for you that the iPad has been stolen, and just the possession of stolen property is illegal in many countries.

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