What is “copyright trolling” and what laws apply to it?

Copyright trolling is a term used to describe the practice of using copyright law to make money from unsuspecting people. It usually involves an entity making a claim that an individual has violated a copyright, and then demanding money from that person in exchange for avoiding legal action. In Kansas, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is the federal law that applies to copyright trolling. It provides a system for copyright owners to submit claims of copyright infringement to Internet Service Providers. The DMCA also creates an immunity for ISPs in cases where they are accused of infringing upon copyrights. Furthermore, the Kansas Revised Statutes also provide protections for copyright holders, by allowing monetary damages from those found to have willfully infringed upon a copyright. In addition, copyright infringement can be considered a criminal act in Kansas, and thus the accused may be subject to criminal penalties, including fines and jail time. As such, it is important for individuals to be aware of their rights when it comes to copyright law, and to be cautious when engaging in activities that may be subject to copyright law.

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