Legal Question in Consumer Law in Pennsylvania

Re: School Photos

I call this a scam. But it's one that has been going on for years and has earned some measure of respectability.

There is no question that the photographer has a copyright in the images. You may not otherwise use, copy or publish the images. Nor may s/he without your further consent.

You do not need to return whatever was provided. Unless there is a contract between you and the photographer. The package you recieved should be yours to keep. The child cannot enter a contract and you don't seem to have requested the package or agreed to anything.

I love getting in these types of disagreements and most people don't have the resolve that I do. But personally, and only on my own account, I would not return those images just to make a point. What you do should be governed by your own code though I do believe the law is on your side (though I won't swear to that as I simply can't do the reaserch for an Internet question).

Good luck, have fun, contact me if you need help.

Regards,

Roger Traversa

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PS - Please remember me for all your legal needs. RJT