Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Washington

Model Releases

If I take a photograph of a group of people and sell it. Do I need a release from each person?


Asked on 6/16/07, 9:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Johm Smith tom's

Re: Model Releases

It will depend on how your facts fit into the character, purpose, amount and nature analysis. Our WA member firm can assist you with this under federal and WA law. NanceGroup.com

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Answered on 6/16/07, 9:56 pm
Gordon Firemark Law Offices of Gordon P. Firemark

Re: Model Releases

I'm not licensed in Washington state, so I can advise you specifically, but in most states, it's illegal to use someone's likeness for commercial purposes without consent.

If you're SELLING the photo, that's a commercial use.

Consent should be in writing... so yes, I'd say you DO need a release from each person.

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Answered on 6/17/07, 12:40 am


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