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Old 12-02-2012, 12:55 PM   #31
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One thing that isn't clear to me is when this "window" for reclaiming a copyright applies. Is 35 years just a minimum time, or a specific window in time after which the opportunity to reclaim the rights is lost? The former makes the most sense to me, but I can't remember seeing it spelled out that way.
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Old 12-03-2012, 01:37 PM   #32
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The Dear Author article had more details on dates with examples.
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On re-reading it, I see that the article says that you have a five year window within which to effect the termination. It seems strange to me. Does anyone know why they didn't make it open ended?
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On re-reading it, I see that the article says that you have a five year window within which to effect the termination. It seems strange to me. Does anyone know why they didn't make it open ended?
I would guess to have some sort of certainty of ownership.
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I would guess to have some sort of certainty of ownership.
I guess, but notices of termination need to be given at least 2 years in advance, so it's not like a publisher would be caught in the middle of a print run as the copyright is reclaimed. Oh well, maybe this will force heirs to get their act together and quit bickering, or lose their rights forever.
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