K-Content Law
Copyright Act
Summary
| Type | Basic Laws |
|---|---|
| Genre | Broadcasting, Music, Comics/Webtoons, Animation, Character/Licensing, New Technologies, Game, Other |
Detail
- Enactment Date: 1957. 1. 28
- Last Amendment: 2023. 6. 9
Table of Contents
- CHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS
- CHAPTER II COPYRIGHT
- CHAPTER III NEIGHBORING RIGHTS
- CHAPTER IV PROTECTION OF DATABASE PRODUCERS
- CHAPTER V SPECIAL CASES CONCERNING CINEMATOGRAPHIC WORKS
- CHAPTER V-2 SPECIAL RULES CONCERNING CINEMATOGRAPHIC WORKS
- CHAPTER VI LIMITATION ON LIABILITY OF ONLINE SERVICE PROVIDERS
- CHAPTER VI-2 PROHIBITION OF CIRCUMVENTING TECHNOLOGICAL PROTECTION MEASURES
- CHAPTER VII COPYRIGHT MANAGEMENT SERVICE
- CHAPTER VIII KOREA COPYRIGHT COMMISSION
- CHAPTER VIII-2 KOREA COPYRIGHT PROTECTION AGENCY
- CHAPTER IX REMEDIES FOR INFRINGEMENT OF RIGHTS
- CHAPTER X SUPPLEMENTARY PROVISIONS
- CHAPTER XI PENALTY PROVISIONS
Summary
The Korean Copyright Act protects creators' rights and regulates the legal use of copyrighted works. It defines requirements for copyright protection, rights of authors, limitations, term of protection, and procedures for addressing infringement. Special provisions for cinematographic works and technological protection measures are included. The latest amendment enhances digital environment protections.
Source
Korea Legislation Research Institute (KIRI), Copyright Act, 2024/07/04
