Index
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
Summary
A law aimed at updating copyright protections for the digital age, specifically addressing online infringement and digital locks.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Right to request removal of infringing content via takedown notices
- 02.Protection for service providers against liability for user-uploaded content if they follow specific rules
Penalties
- 01.Civil fines for bypassing digital access controls
- 02.Criminal penalties up to $500,000 and 5 years in prison for first-time commercial offenders
- 03.Court orders to disable access to infringing material
Verified Citations
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