Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 133.35 — Change Of Ownership Of Recorded Copyright
19 C.F.R. § 133.35
(a) Application. If the ownership of a recorded copyright is transferred and the owner wishes to continue the recordation with the CBP, he shall make written application to the IPR & Restricted Merchandise Branch as follows:
(1) Comply, as appropriate, with § 133.32; and
(2) Describe any time limit on the rights of ownership transferred.
(b) Document and fee. The application shall be accompanied by:
(1) A certified copy of any assignment, exclusive license, or other document recorded in the U.S. Copyright Office showing the applicant has acquired an ownership interest in the copyright; and
(2) A fee of $80, which covers all copyrights included in the application which have been previously recorded with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. A check or money order shall be made payable to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Authorizing Statute
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Importation of goods bearing infringing marks or names forbidden15 U.S.C. § 1124
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Disclosure of confidential information generally18 U.S.C. § 1905
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Circumvention of copyright protection systems17 U.S.C. § 1201
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Fees and charges for Government services and things of value31 U.S.C. § 9701
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Definitions17 U.S.C. § 101
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Rules and forms prescribed by Secretary19 U.S.C. § 66