Index

Copyright Act of 1976

Summary

The primary basis of copyright law in the United States, protecting original works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    The right to reproduce the copyrighted work in copies.
  • 02.
    The right to prepare derivative works based upon the copyrighted work.
  • 03.
    The right to distribute copies of the work to the public.
  • 04.
    The right to perform or display the work publicly.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Statutory damages ranging from $750 to $30,000 per work infringed.
  • 02.
    Increased damages up to $150,000 for willful infringement.
  • 03.
    Injunctions to prevent further infringement.
  • 04.
    Seizure and destruction of infringing articles.

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