General Information
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Works Protected: |
Literary works, Reference works, Computer software and databases, Artistic works, Architectural Works, Geographical Maps and Technical Drawings, Engineering Plans and layouts. |
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Type of Applicant: |
Company, Individual or Jointly. |
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Related Rights: |
Performers, Producers of sound recordings and Broadcasting Organizations. |
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Term of Protection: |
50 years after the author’s death. |
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Time Frames (Up To): |
Registration: 1 month. |
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Infringement Measures: |
Provisions, Warning, imprisonment, money compensation, confiscation of all copies, fine, closing the violating establishment. |
Filing Requirements:
• Power of Attorney duly legalized up to Consulate General of Qatar. (Required at the time of filing)
• Deed of assignment duly legalized as above, if the applicant is not the author.