What rights do photographers have to their photographs?

In Mississippi, photographers own the rights to their photographs. This means that no one else can reproduce the photograph or use it in any way without the photographer’s permission. Under the state’s copyright laws, photographers have exclusive rights to their work for an entire lifetime plus 70 years after they pass away. During this time, they can license out their photographs to other individuals or businesses, or prohibit others from using the photographs. However, photographers do not own the rights to any of the elements or people in their photographs. If the photograph includes someone else’s property, such as a painting or a landmark, the photographer does not own the rights to that property. That ownership belongs to the original creator of the property. To use the photograph in any way, the photographer must obtain permission from the property’s owner. Photographers also cannot use photographs to libel, slander, or defame another person. This means that they cannot use photographs that contain false or malicious statements or statements that could damage an individual’s reputation. If someone uses a photographer’s photograph to libel or slander someone, the photographer could be held liable for damages. Overall, photographers have the right to control how their photographs are used and by whom. They may license out their photographs for commercial or non-commercial purposes, or can prohibit other individuals or businesses from using their work. However, they must always obtain permission from any other parties involved in the photograph.

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