Works created on or after January 1, 1978: Life of the artist plus 70 years, from point of creation. For anonymous work, 95 years from first publication or 120 years from creation, whichever is shorter.
Works created before January 1, 1978, but not published or registered by that date: same as above. Also can't expire before December 31st, 2002.
Works created and published before January 1, 1978: 28 years from the time that it was published with a copyright notice or registered with the copyright office with an option to renew, in the 28th year, for another 19 years. For works that existed between 1976 and 1978, or works that were restored under the Uruguay Round Agreements Act, they could get an 67 year renewal term, which would mean a total of 95 years of protection. And if you think 95 years is ridiculous you can thank Mr. Sunny Bono.
Works created before January 1, 1978, but not published or registered by that date: same as above. Also can't expire before December 31st, 2002.
Works created and published before January 1, 1978: 28 years from the time that it was published with a copyright notice or registered with the copyright office with an option to renew, in the 28th year, for another 19 years. For works that existed between 1976 and 1978, or works that were restored under the Uruguay Round Agreements Act, they could get an 67 year renewal term, which would mean a total of 95 years of protection. And if you think 95 years is ridiculous you can thank Mr. Sunny Bono.
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