Registration of copyright on a poem

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Ланткевич Кирило

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Publication date: 25.08.2024

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Meaning of copyright registration:

Copyright registration is an important step in protecting intellectual property. Although copyright arises automatically from the moment the original work is created, registration provides a number of additional benefits and protections. Here are some of the main reasons why copyright registration is important:

• Registration provides an official document confirming your authorship and rights to the work. This can be important in cases of ownership or authorship disputes.
   
• Registration creates a formal and official confirmation of your authorship and the date of creation of the work, which can be useful in case of legal disputes or to prove rights.
   
• Registration can serve as an additional layer of protection against piracy and misuse of your work. The presence of an official registration certificate can be a convincing argument in cases of infringement.
   
• Registration can also be useful for the protection of rights in the event that your rights have been violated before registration and you wish to restore them through legal remedies.

Copyright in a poem, as in any other literary work, includes both property and non-property rights. Here is how these rights are classified:

Property rights of the author 

Property rights allow the author to control the use of his work and receive financial benefit from it. Main aspects of property rights:

1. The right to reproduction (reproduction). The author has the right to allow or prohibit the reproduction (copying) of his poem in any form (printed, electronic, etc.).
    
2. The right to public performance. The author has the right to allow or prohibit the public reading or performance of the poem, including performances on stage or readings at public events.
    
3. Right to distribute. The author has the right to control the distribution of copies of his poem, including the sale or provision of free copies.
    
4. The right to create derivative works. The author can allow or prohibit the creation of derivative works, such as adaptations, reworkings or free translations of the poem.
    
5. The right to publish. The author has the right to decide when and where his poem will be published, as well as in what format.

Non-property rights of the author. 

Non-property rights protect the personal and moral interests of the author. They are not transferable and are usually kept by the author during his lifetime and after his death. The main aspects of non-property rights:

1. Copyright. The author has the right to recognize his identity as the creator of the poem. This right includes the right to be credited and receive credit for your work.
    
2. Right to protection of reputation. The author has the right to protect his work from changes that could damage his reputation or quality. This right includes the prohibition of any changes, distortions or other types of modifications of the poem without his permission.
    
3. The right to inviolability of the work. The author may prohibit any use of his poem that may distort its meaning or perception, even if such use is legal from the point of view of property rights.
    
4. Right of withdrawal. The author may have the right to withdraw his work from publication if he believes that further distribution will harm his reputation. This right may be limited by law, but it is an important aspect of moral rights.

Copyright registration procedure for a poem

Here is a detailed procedure for registering a copyright to a poem in Ukraine, taking into account the specified terms for each stage:

1. Preparation. At this stage, you prepare the poem, make it according to the requirements, collect the necessary documents and receive consultations.
    
2. Forming a package of documents. Collect and prepare the necessary documents for submitting an application. This includes filling out the application form, preparing a copy of the poem and other supporting documents.
    
3. Submission of documents to NOIP. Submission of prepared documents to the National Office of Intellectual Property (NOIP). Submissions can be made in person, by mail, or online, depending on available channels. Formal submission of an application for copyright registration, including payment of the registration fee.
    
4. Making a decision on issuing a Certificate. NOIP examines submitted documents and makes a decision on copyright registration. This may include eligibility checks and proof of authorship.
    
5. Entering information about the issuance of a certificate in the State Register. After the decision is taken, the IPPO enters information about the registration in the State Register of Copyrights.
    
6. Publication of information on copyright registration. NOIP publishes information on copyright registration in official sources of information. This may include publication in specialized newsletters or on the IPPO website.
    
7. Obtaining a Certificate of Copyright Registration. After completing all the procedures and publishing the information, you will receive an official Certificate of Copyright Registration for the poem.

Legal services for copyright registration

The lawyer help in registering a copyright can greatly facilitate the process and ensure the correct fulfillment of all formal requirements. Here are the types of legal services you will need:

Lawyer consultation and legal analysis of the situation: Lawyers online will help to understand whether copyright registration is necessary and what rights and obligations it entails. Explain the basics of copyright, the types of rights you will get, and how those rights can be used or protected.

Legal services for registration and preparation of documentation: The lawyer will help prepare all the necessary documents for registration, including filling out the application form, preparing a copy of the work and other related documents. It will check the correctness and completeness of submitted documents, which will reduce the risk of refusal of registration due to errors.

 Applying for registration: A lawyer services online can apply in person or online on your behalf, ensuring that all formalities are completed correctly. It will help to organize the payment of the registration fee and ensure its timely payment.

Lawyer services for the protection of copyright: The lawyer will provide advice on the protection of copyright, including monitoring the use of the work and fighting infringements. If a violation of rights is discovered, a lawyer can help with filing complaints or lawsuits, as well as represent your interests through the legal process.