Posted by Richard Crowley on 10/25/07 15:42
"Rick Merrill" wrote ...
> Bill wrote:
> ...
>> Am I correct to presume a wedding or dance recital would require the
>> "sync license"?
>
> Videographers film weddings all the time with no concerns,
That displays a complete ignorance of the law and the risks.
It says nothing about the legality of the practice.
> as long as it is a private event for private use only.
That is one popular belief. Alas, it is completely false.
> Can you imagine the cost and publicity backlash if a music company tried
> to sue newly weds?!
It has already happened. And RIAA goes after infringers of
copyright of all types, including wedding videographers.
Please don't offer specious "legal advice" here. Some unsuspecting
folk might actually believe you know what you are talking about.
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