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Overview

It is a sort of protection afforded by the law to the producers of "original works". It sets limits on copying it after a particular length of time, as stipulated by law. It might involve everything from cinematography to creative writing. Essentially, copyrights refer to the subsites where the individual obtains the right to duplicate or reproduce the work again.

In India, copyright registration is optional, however, it is beneficial in courts where civil and/or criminal proceedings can be brought to protect it. The Shop and Establishment Act is one of the most important State Government rules that oversee commercial operations under its jurisdiction. Its license is proof of legal existence in a certain jurisdiction.

Various Categories of Work Protected by Copyright

  • Software computer programs
  • Musical and dramatic work
  • Cinematograph Film
  • Architecture work
  • Sound recording (Record and cassette)
  • Artist Work (Logo, monogram, design)
  • Website, web content, homepage

Procedure of Copyright Registration

FOR SERVICES INDUSTRIES:

  • To apply for search for ensuring if there is any work similar to your masterpiece.
  • If you find so, procuring the documents is necessary for the application.
  • Power of Attorney Preparation on stamp paper.
  • Obtaining the provisional documents and attending the proceedings for follow-up.
  • Application for Registration along with xerox of work.

FOR OTHER THAN SERVICE INDUSTRIES:

  • For Copyright Registration, a prior application for Trademark Registration is necessary.
  • To apply for search for ensuring if there is any work similar to yours.
  • If the results are positive then procuring the documents is necessary for application.
  • Power of Attorney Preparation on stamp paper.

Procedures for preparation of copyright application

  • Full Name of the author and the applicant, address, and Nationality.
  • Power of Attorney.
  • The country and year of the first publication.
  • The country and year of the last publication.
  • 6 copies of work.
  • List of the countries in which the work has been published.

What Kaspi Services offers?

Our Copyright Registration services are well-known for providing a comprehensive answer to all copyright registration concerns. Our services include copyright counseling, copyright attorney, and copyright infringement litigation. In India, copyright registration rights are protected under the Copyright Act of 1957. It sheds light on the preservation of the rights of the work's authors or creators. Our copyright registration services assess the circumstances and give effective proof to defend the rights of the author.

  • Advice and support with copyright
  • Opinions and searches on copyright
  • Application, Filing, and Registration of Copyright
  • Inspecting the registration status and scope of protection
  • Contracts for Copyright Licensing
  • Assignment, licensing, and transfer
  • Specific agreements
  • Anti-piracy measures
  • Infringement and validity advice
  • Legal proceedings: civil suits for infringement, opposition, rectification, appeals
  • Anti-piracy measures
  • Filing copyright applications

FAQs about copyrights

Why Copyright Registration is necessary?

Copyright registration is required in infringement suits and is thus highly recommended. The Register of Copyrights is fundamental evidence in courts, according to the Copyright Act.

Who owns the Copyright?

In India, the creator or author is the original legal proprietor of the work. If the task is done during the employment period, the owner is an employee unless an agreement is produced. If the work incorporates material from many sources, each will have a copyright in the finished piece. All that is required is a letter of authorization from the designated personnel.

What is the duration term of Copyright Protection?

The copyright period varies depending on the nature of the work and if the author is a legal person.

  • In the case of dramatic, musical, or literary work produced during the author’s lifetime. The tenure of the copyright subsists till the author’s lifetime in addition to 60 years.
  • Sounds recordings; the term is sixty years from the date of publication, In the case of photographs, and cinematograph films.
  • If the first owner of the work is a pubic undertaking or the government, the term is declared at 60 years from the manufacturing date.
Ways to publicize copyright claims

The copyright work should be marked with International Copyright symbol ©, “All Rights Reserved” or with the name of the owner, date and year the work made its existence.