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What is the statute of limitations on music piracy if the music collection is kept?
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∙ 12y ago
There are actually two statutes of limitations for music piracy. One is the civil statute of limitations, which is how long you can be sued by the music company, which is 3 years. The other is the criminal statute of limitations, which is how long you can face criminal prosecution for the crime of music piracy (copyright infringement), which is 5 years. These two statutes of limitation are found in 17 USC §507.
Note that the fact that you kept the music collection is irrelevant. Courts have ruled that piracy is not a "continuing tort;" what this means is that the statute of limitations starts at the time you commit the theft. Therefore, you can be sued for 3 years or prosecuted for 5 years after you have stolen music, even if you HAD deleted the music.
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Who does music piracy harm?
The musicians who are trying to make a living off the royalties from their music, and the distributors who market the music for them. Music piracy is no different than any other kind of theft.
How much music piracy is there?
As much as there are people in the world with computers and internet connection who don't like the high prices of music. There is about 879 music piracy. Give or take.
What is software and music piracy?
It is when a program or music is taken and used without buying it first. The creator of that music or software does not get the money for their work. It is stealing software or music.
How can the piracy of music files be prevented?
it can't - just ask FORMER managers of CD shops
Which things he likes?
music collection
Is Offenbach's music past the statute of limitations?
Statutes of limitations apply to crimes or civil actions. However, Offenback died in 1880, his music would no longer be under copyright.
Is Music Piracy Stealing?
yes
Is music piracy illegal?
yes! :(
Who does music piracy harm?
The musicians who are trying to make a living off the royalties from their music, and the distributors who market the music for them. Music piracy is no different than any other kind of theft.
How much music piracy is there?
As much as there are people in the world with computers and internet connection who don't like the high prices of music. There is about 879 music piracy. Give or take.
Consequences of music piracy?
omg i dont no
Why do people do it Software and Music Piracy?
To get free softwares and music, dude, it's simple!
Does piracy only affect signed bands?
no as piracy gives away music for free, the music companies have less profit, meaning the companies are willing to sign less acts.
What does cyber piracy mean?
Cyber Piracy means that someone illegaly copying cpyright music, videos etc of the internet.
What are three consequences of music piracy?
jail,jail,jail
Are there any films about the issue of piracy illegal downloading?
Yes there are many issues about piracy of music and movies. Napster and LimeWire were shut down.
What does it mean fighting online piracy?
Fighting online piracy is when people illegally download music, television shows, and movies. It is illegal to download certain things online without paying for it such as movies and music.
