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The new copyright law makes it a federal crime to:
Make a sound recording of live musical performance without the consent of the performers or make copies of such a recording or transmit such a recording - up to 5 years in federal prison or a fine;
Copy, reproduce or distribute, including by electronic means, at least 10 copies of audio or audio/video recordings during any 180-day period that have a total retail value of $2,500 or more - up to 5 years in federal prison and a fine;
Placing a copyright notice on an article with intent to defraud - up to $2,500 fine;
Removing a copyright notice from an article with intent to defraud - up to $2,500 fine; and
Making a false statement on copyright registration application - up to $2,500 fine.
See 18 United States Code Sections 2319 and 2319A and 17 United States Code Section 506.
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