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Copyright Act of 1976

Summary

The primary federal statute governing copyright in the United States, establishing the rights of creators and the duration of protection.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to reproduce the work in copies
  • 02.
    Right to prepare derivative works based upon the work
  • 03.
    Right to perform or display the work publicly

Penalties

  • 01.
    Statutory damages between $750 and $30,000 per work
  • 02.
    Increased damages up to $150,000 for willful infringement
  • 03.
    Recovery of attorney fees and costs

Verified Citations

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