In the context of rapid development of the press and media industry, copyright protection has become an increasingly important issue. Copyright not only ensures the rights of journalists but also contributes to promoting creativity and innovation in this field. Legal regulations on copyright provide a solid legal basis, helping journalists protect their works from infringement. So, what are the legal regulations on copyright for journalists? The following article by VCD will help you.
1. Who is a journalist?
Journalism is a hot profession in society, the more modern society is, the more attention is paid to journalism. Journalists are intellectuals, deeply trained in expertise and profession. Journalism is one of the most sensitive professions in society from the past to the present, playing a political – cultural – social role, and reflecting many current situations of human life. Along with that, the press has a very clear tendency, whether the information and news are widely announced or not, each newspaper, television news… represents the voice and interests of an organization or class.
Journalists are people who work in the field of professional communication, they have to search for information, verify the authenticity of the information and evaluate to ensure its accuracy. Journalists will go to get information every day, every hour to provide hot news to the public through various types of newspapers, television and radio…
2. Legal regulations on protecting the copyright of journalists
According to Clause 2, Article 4 of the Law on Intellectual Property 2005 (amended and supplemented in 2009, 2019), copyright is the right of organizations and individuals to works they create or own.
In which, the subject of copyright includes literary, artistic and scientific works; Subjects of copyright-related rights include performances, sound recordings, video recordings, broadcasts, and encrypted satellite signals carrying programs.
Article 19 stipulates the rights of authors. Specifically, journalists have the right to request their names to be recorded on their works. They also have the right to protect the integrity of their works, that is, to prevent any acts that change, distort, or damage the reputation of their works.
In addition, Article 20 mentions related rights. In addition to copyright, journalists also have related rights, including the rights of those who produce videos, sound recordings, and other media products. This helps protect the interests of all those involved in the content production process, not just the main author.
Finally, regarding the term of copyright protection, Article 20 stipulates that copyright will be protected for the lifetime of the author plus 50 years after the work is published. This ensures that the rights of the author do not stop while they are alive, but also continue after they die.
A typical example to see the copyright of a Journalist is as follows:
Journalist B conducts an interview with a famous musician for an online newspaper. The interview not only has text content but also comes with photos taken during the interview, videos recording special moments and notable quotes from the musician.
According to the provisions of the Intellectual Property Law, as soon as journalist B completes the interview, they become the owner of this work. They have the right to request that their name be listed on the article. If any individual or organization wants to use this content, they must ask for permission and receive consent from journalist B.
If another magazine copies the interview without the consent of journalist B, this will be considered an infringement of copyright. In this case, journalist B has the right to sue the magazine for violating his rights. He can claim compensation for the damage caused by the violation and request an immediate cessation of the unauthorized copying. This clearly shows journalist B’s rights in protecting his work and the importance of copyright in the journalism industry.
To effectively protect copyright, journalists need to have a good understanding of copyright and attend relevant courses. Copyright registration, although not mandatory, will help strengthen rights in case of disputes. Always put your name on the work to confirm ownership and raise awareness among readers. Journalists should also monitor infringements and take timely measures. Finally, connecting with professional organizations will provide the necessary support and legal advice for protecting rights.
Above is the article “Legal regulations on copyright protection of journalists” sent to you by VCD. We hope you find this article useful.
Sincerely,
