Ohio § 1333.52
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1333.52, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1333.52.
(A) No person shall purposely do either of the following: (1) Transcribe, without the consent of the owner, any sounds recorded on a phonograph
record, disc, wire, tape, film, or other article on which sounds are recorded, with
intent to sell or use for profit through public performance any product derived from
the transcription. Each transcription of sound in violation of division (A)(1) of this section is a
separate offense. (2) Advertise, offer for sale, or sell, any product knowing it to have been produced
in violation of division (A)(1) of this section. (B) No person shall purposely manufacture, sell, or distribute for profit any phonograph
record, tape, or album of phonograph records or tapes unless the record and the outside
cover, box, or jacket of the record, tape, or album clearly and conspicuously discloses
the name and street address of the manufacturer of the record, tape, or album, and
the name of the performer or group whose performance is recorded. Each manufacture, sale, or distribution of a different performance on a record,
tape, or album in violation of this section is a separate offense. (C) This section does not apply to the following: (1) Transcription by a radio or television broadcaster of any sounds in connection with
a radio, television, or cable broadcast transmission, or for archival purposes; (2) Any person who transcribes sounds for personal use.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1333.52
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1333.52 cover?
Section 1333.52 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 1333.52?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1333.52" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 1333.52 apply to my situation?
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