Index

Copyright Act of 1976

Summary

The primary law governing copyright in the U.S., 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 and display the work publicly

Penalties

  • 01.
    Statutory damages between $750 and $30,000 per work infringed
  • 02.
    Enhanced statutory damages up to $150,000 for willful infringement
  • 03.
    Actual damages and profits gained by the infringer
  • 04.
    Injunctions to prevent further infringement

Verified Citations

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