Notice of Copyright Infringement Email from Charter

[doylefiend]

This was an Email sent to me by ISP...

Dear Charter Internet Customer:

Charter Communications ("Charter") has been notified by a copyright owner, or its authorized agent, that your Internet account may have been involved in the exchange of unauthorized copies of copyrighted material (e.g., music, movies, or software). We are attaching a copy of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notice that Charter received from the copyright holder which includes the specific allegation.

Under the DMCA, copyright owners have the right to notify Charter’s register agent if they believe that a Charter customer has infringed on their work(s). When Charter receives a complaint notice from a copyright owner, Charter will notify the identifiable customer of the alleged infringement by providing them a copy of the submitted DMCA notice. As required by law, Charter may determine that the customer is a repeat copyright infringer and reserves the right to suspend or terminate the accounts of repeat copyright infringers.

It is possible that this activity has occurred without your permission or knowledge by an unauthorized user, a minor who may not fully understand the copyright laws, or even as a result of a computer virus. However, as the named subscriber on the account, you may be held responsible for any misuse of your account. Please be aware that using Charter’s service to engage in any form of copyright infringement is expressly prohibited by Charter's Acceptable Use Policy and that repeat copyright infringement, or violations of any other Charter policy, may result in the suspension or termination of your service. You may view Charter's rules and policies, including Charter’s Acceptable Use Policy, at http://www.charter.com/aup.

We ask that you take immediate action to stop the exchange of any infringing material. For additional information regarding copyright infringement and for a list of frequently asked questions, please visit http://www.charter.com/dmca.

If you have questions about this letter, you may contact us at 1-866-229-7286. Representatives will be available to take your call Monday through Friday 8am - 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 8am - 5pm (CST).


Sincerely,

Charter Communications Security Resolution Team
http://www.charter.com/security


--- The following material was provided to us as evidence ---



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***NOTE TO CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS: PLEASE FORWARD THIS ENTIRE NOTICE TO ACCOUNT HOLDER OF IP ADDRESS 71.83.165.69 at 2013-05-21 03:09:04 North American Eastern Time***
May 21, 2013
Re: Notice of Unauthorized Use of Copyrights Owned by Third Degree Case #: xxxxxxx

CEG TEK International ("CEG") represents Third Degree, who owns all right, title and interest, including copyrights, in and to the work listed below (hereinafter the "Work"). (Some individuals may find certain words in titles of works to be offensive. CEG apologizes in advance if this is the case.)

This notice is intended solely for the primary Charter Communications service account holder. Someone using this account has engaged in the unauthorized copying and/or distribution of the Work listed below.

Evidence:
Work Title: xxxxxx
Copyright Owner: Third Degree
Unauthorized File Name: xxxxxx
Unauthorized Hash: xxxxxxxx
Unauthorized File Size: 730505216 bytes
Unauthorized Protocol: BitTorrent
Timestamp: 2013-05-21 03:09:04 North American Eastern Time
Unauthorized IP Address: xxxxxx
Unauthorized Port: xxxxx

The following files were included in the unauthorized copying and/or distribution:
File 1: xxxxx


CEG TEK International ("CEG") are hereby notifies you that unauthorized copying and/or distribution of Third Degree's Work listed above is a violation of the U.S. Copyright Act, 17 U.S.C. 106. In this regard, request is hereby made that you and all persons using this account immediately and permanently cease and desist from unauthorized copying and/or distribution of the Work.

CEG informs you that you may be held liable for monetary damages, including court costs and/or attorney fees if a lawsuit is commenced against you for unauthorized copying and/or distribution of the Work listed above. You have until Thursday, June 20, 2013 to access the settlement offer and settle online. To access the settlement offer, please visit https://www.copyrightsettlements.com/ and enter Case #: xxxxxxxx and Password: xxxxxx. To access the settlement offer directly, please visit https://www.copyrightsettlements.com/
Settlement Information:
Direct Settlement Link: https://www.copyrightsettlements.com/
Settlement Website: https://www.copyrightsettlements.com/
Case #: xxxxxxx
Password: xxxxx

If you fail to respond or settle within the prescribed time period, the above matter may be referred to attorneys representing the Work's owner for legal action. At that point the original settlement offer will no longer be an option, and the settlement amount will increase significantly.

Nothing contained or omitted from this correspondence is, or shall be deemed to be either a full statement of the facts or applicable law, an admission of any fact, or waiver or limitation of any of the Third Degree's rights or remedies, all of which are specifically retained and reserved.

The information in this notice is accurate. CEG has a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of herein is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or by operation of law. CEG and the undersigned declare under penalty of perjury, that CEG is authorized to act on behalf of Third Degree.

Sincerely,

Ira M. Siegel, Esq.
Legal Counsel

CEG TEK International
8484 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 515
Beverly Hills, CA 90211








I clicked on the link and it logged me into the site. I never typed in any other info other than case number and password. It says I downloaded 2 movies. One of the movies was charged on there twice. Each wanting me to pay 200$ (600$ total) for a settlement. Just wondering what I should do. I have read numerous posts about this same situation. It is about 50/50 some saying to just pay the amount and other say to just let it go and ignore it. I have yet to find a follow up from anyone stating what they did and what the outcome was. Any info in the matter would be great. Thanks

[Mr. Knowitall]

You either downloaded the videos or you didn't. If you did and you want to pay for them, you can pay or negotiate a lower payoff. If you did and you don't want to pay for them, you are free to wait and see what, if anything, happens if you ignore the notice. The same holds true if you believe somebody might have used your Internet connection to download the movies. Ultimately it's your call - pay, negotiate, or ignore and see what happens.