Copyright Renewal
/ˈkɒpiraɪt rɪˈnjuːəl/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process by which a copyright owner applies to extend the term of copyright protection for a work beyond its initial period, typically under statutory provisions.
The author filed for copyright renewal to gain additional protection for her book.
Forms
- copyright renewal
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Commentary
Copyright renewal historically played a critical role in extending protection terms before newer laws established automatic extensions; the process requires timely application to avoid loss of rights.
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