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FAQs Related To Reproduction & Copyright Topics

Question: What is required to have a song copyrighted?

Answer: "Two requirements must be met before a song can be protected by copyright: 1) the song must be original to the author and 2) the song must be fixed into a tangible medium of expression. (paper, tape, CD, etc.) However, a song title is not copyrightable."



Question: I’ve heard about a poor man’s copyright. What is it?

Answer: "The practice of sending a copy of your own work to yourself is sometimes called a poor man’s copyright. There is no provision in the copyright law regarding any such type of protection, and it is not a substitute for registration. "

 

Question: Does a foreign publisher need to submit our publication to comply with the U.S. deposit requirement?

Answer: Yes. If you distribute your work in the United States, you are subject to the deposit requirements of the United States.

  

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Helpful Terms

Counterfeit

Definition:
In general, counterfeit goods are copied and packaged to resemble genuine/legitimate goods as closely as possible. The legitimate producer's trademarks and logos are reproduced in order to deceive consumers into thinking they are buying the genuine merchandise.

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Copyright Items Our Firm Can Help With

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Copyrights FAQs

Question: Will my Cataloging In Publication (CIP) copy fulfill my mandatory deposit obligation?


Answer: No. CIP is a separate program within the Library of Congress that requires participating publishers to submit one copy of published works. The CIP is in addition to the two copies required for mandatory deposit.