Copyright Law Day is on January 1 and was created for the creative people that America is so rich in. It is impossible to imagine how we would live without copyright law. Without it, we would have to quarrel and fight over creative ownership, figuring out what belongs to whom. This may not be the most fun holiday, but it is important: today you will have time to think about its significance.
History
In 1710, the first copyright law, The Statute of Queen Anne, was passed in Britain. It applied only to books and offered 14 years of legal protection. In 1787, copyright protection was written into the US Constitution to promote scientific progress. This led to more authors and new works being created, which generated profit. At that time, it was applicable only within the state, but now the law is standardized internationally.
The most significant violation today is piracy. It spreads around the planet like a dangerous virus, with copying works and free downloads. According to 2014 statistics, the film industry loses more than 20 million dollars annually due to internet pirates. The number of people engaged in illegal activities is difficult to count. Legal authorities are trying to combat this by organizing extensive raids.
Interesting Facts
It is curious that:
- A photo submitted to a photo bank undergoes the most stringent checks to ensure a high-quality and legitimate image;
- The most unusual trial involved a photograph of a monkey. It was recognized as public property because the animal took the picture itself;
- The song “Happy Birthday to You” belongs to the Warner Music Group, which earned more than $5000 per day from it;
- “Uncopyrightable” is one of the longest words in the English language.
How to Celebrate
The best way to celebrate Copyright Law Day is to thank the developers of some program, game, or application. Don’t use free pirated versions – buy them for the set price. This also applies to watching movies: visit the cinema instead of downloading new releases from the internet.
When is Copyright Law Day in 2025?
Copyright Law Day is observed on January 1 each year.
Observations
| Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
| Wednesday | January | 1 | 2025 |
| Thursday | January | 1 | 2026 |
| Friday | January | 1 | 2027 |
| Saturday | January | 1 | 2028 |
| Monday | January | 1 | 2029 |
