Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Publication right: The right of an author or artist to choose when to show or share their work with others. This is a special right that some countries give to artists to protect their work. It means that the artist can decide when and how their work is seen by others. In some countries, this is called a "moral right." However, this right is not available in the United States.
Definition: Publication right is a copyright law that gives the creator of a work the right to decide when and how their work will be revealed or displayed to the public. It is also known as the right of disclosure.
In some countries, such as those with civil-law systems and much of Europe, publication right is considered a moral right of artists. However, it is not widely recognized in the United States.
These examples illustrate how publication right gives creators control over their work and the ability to decide when and how it will be shared with the public. Without this right, creators may not have the ability to protect their work from being used or shared without their permission.