Copyright
Copyright in Hong Kong
The
original works of authorship, such as books, musical works, drama
works, artisic works and computer software could be automatically
protected under copyright law.
Different from trade mark, patent and design, there is no registration
procedure for copyright in the Intellectual Property Department of Hong
Kong.
Even though it is not necessary to register the copyright in Hong Kong,
we still suggest the author to well keep all records of his work,
espcially the rough plan. It is also suggested that to register
or record the copyright in any authorized institution or the
intellectual property department in other country or region, for
example Copyright
Protection Center of China. Then, the author
could provide the rought plan or copyright registration certificate as
an evidence to prove that the copyright is owned by them in case there
is any dispute regarding the relevant copyright.
The Customs and Excise Department is the only department responsible
for taking criminal sanctions against copyright infringements in Hong
Kong. Customs would proceed the copyright infrigement case through the
complaint from the public and their own investigation. In
addition, they are able to confiscate suspected infringing copies
whether or not a charge has been laid.
Should you have any question or enquires,
or we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us by
email to mail@wisely-mansion.com.hk.
- Copyright
Licensing Bodies Regisered in HKIPD
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