Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Georgia

Video shot on public property, and my rights of it.

I shot some video footage outside on their property of dolphins in a tank. I

want to use some of this footage for a video I am going to sell. The footage

only shows the dolphins, and no people. There are a few shots where

someone might be able to tell that it is there tank. No signs on property

saying no videotaping is allowed. Do I have to get rights to use this footage.

Thanks,


Asked on 9/30/04, 12:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Glenn M. Lyon, Esq. MacGREGOR LYON, LLC, Business Attorneys

Re: Video shot on public property, and my rights of it.

That depends on some facts that are not mentioned in your posting. Generally, one is allowed to take photos/video of people and places in public; however, I would need to know all the facts before giving you a definite answer.

If you would like to discuss any issues further, please feel free to contact my office. My contact information is below. Thank you.

Glenn M. Lyon, Esq

MacGregor Lyon, LLC

Promenade II

1230 Peachtree Street NE

Suite 1900

Atlanta Georgia 30309

Phone 404.942.3545

Fax 404.795.0993

[email protected]

www.macgregorlyon.com

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Answered on 9/30/04, 2:18 pm


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