Legal Question in Consumer Law in Minnesota

Copyrighting-performing arts

I am trying to offer my screenplay for a sitcom to a potential party and want to protect my interest. Can I simply mail myself a copy of my screenplay, having the unopened dated postmarked envelope as my proof of original creation?


Asked on 5/25/07, 2:16 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

David Anderson Anderson Business Law LLC

Re: Copyrighting-performing arts

No--you should register + file with US copyright office.�

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Answered on 5/25/07, 4:22 pm
Audra Arndt Audra A. Arndt & Associates, PLLC

Re: Copyrighting-performing arts

That is not sufficient as postmarks can be forged. Contact a copywright lawyer for professional advice. You can call the State Bar of Michigan's attorney referral hotline if you don't know of anyone. 800.968.0738.

Good luck - call me when you're rich and famous.

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Answered on 6/01/07, 8:00 pm


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