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Is it a violation of copyright to play cds at a dorm party without the consent of the copyright owner and without an ascap or bmi license?
Yes. You're "supposed to" have an ASCAP/BMI public performance to play copyrighted music at your dorm party.
see: http://www.knowthemusicbiz.com/index.php/BIZ-WIKI/Licensing-&-Royalties/Public-Performance-Royalties-and-Licenses.html I wouldn't bother. It would cost more to enforce the stupid rules. I own a bar in Yonkers, The Haunt and they have never bothered me.
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Is it a violation of copyright laws to make a painting from copyrighted photos?
Without a license, yes.
Who is responsible if a band plays songs without copyright consent?
Generally it is the venue that is required to obtain a public performance license.
Is downloading music a violation of copyright?
Without a license, yes. You have created a copy (there's one on the server, and now one locally), which is one of the exclusive rights of the copyright holder.
Is it a copyright violation if you view movies in public without audio?
Showing a movie without sound would still be considered a public performance, which would require a license.
Can one use the Pink Panther cartoon for educational purposes without copyright consent?
You should be able to use it in face-to-face teaching without a license.
Can copyright cover an email with a draft from a book yet to be published?
Under US law, yes. A work is protected by copyright as soon as it is created, and it would be a violation of copyright to copy IN ANY WAY even an unpublished draft work without the consent of the copyright holder.
What is an example of a copyright violation?
When you directly quote what someone else has written without their written consent. When you offer free downloading of a popular song that was just released or is still in copyright (95 years in most cases).
Is driving without a license a violation?
No
Would quoting a single stanza in a novel from a copyrighted poem by WH Auden without permission be in violation of copyright law?
Unfortunately there are no clear guidelines on how much of a work can be used without a license.
Can you use a copyright song on your website?
With a license, yes. Without a license, no.
Can a state be sued without its consent?
No. That is in violation of the 11th Amendment.
Is it legal to broadcast copyright music online?
With a license, yes. Without a license, no.
