Education HomeKnowledge BaseCopyright Law   Most Recent     Copyright Law (2) FAQs (7) Glossary of Terms (48) Copyright Law   Q: What Is the Poor Man's Copyright? Jul 13, 2009 A: Sometimes individuals, churches, or ministries try to circumvent the formal copyright registration process by using a “poor man’s copyright.” Essentially, this practice entails sending a copy of your work to yourself. Under federal copyright law, there is no such thing as a “poor man’s copyright.” Individuals should be cautioned from utilizing this type of procedure as it does not take the place of formal registration and does not afford the same benefits as formal registration.... | Read More Church Blanket Licenses Sep 23, 2008 Brief explanation of the four church blanket licenses and what they cover.... | Read More

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