What is an infringement of copyright?

An infringement of copyright is when a person uses someone else’s material without permission, in a way that violates the copyright holder’s exclusive rights. This can be done through the illegal downloading or copying of someone else’s work, publicly performing someone else’s work without their consent, or creating a “derivative” work based on someone else’s work. Copyright infringement is illegal in Oklahoma, as it is in most other states. Violators of copyright law can face legal action, including paying damages to the copyright holder or having their infringing material removed or destroyed. Individuals who violate copyright law can also be prosecuted and sentenced to jail time in Oklahoma. It is important for creators and users of creative works to be aware of what is and isn’t legal when it comes to copyright in order to protect their own material and ensure that they are not infringing on someone else’s rights.

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