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  1. #1
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    Question MP3s of Legally Owned Records

    I'm in NY state -
    Is it legal to have digital copies (mp3s and the like) of records that one owns?
    If so, can someone download and/or rip someone else's mp3s or CDs of a record they own?
    Thank you!

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    Default Re: MP3s of legally owned records

    You violate someone else's copyright.

    I don't know who would catch you doing this, but it is illegal.

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    Default Re: MP3s of legally owned records

    I'm not worried about being caught, I'm concerned with the legal and moral implications of copying music!

    What if the person whose copyright I'm violating gives me permission?

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    Default Re: MP3s of legally owned records

    Quote Quoting cecilrosa
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    Is it legal to have digital copies (mp3s and the like) of records that one owns?
    Copy, yes - one backup copy, in case the original becomes damaged. This does not extend to copying DVD's. Copies, no.
    Quote Quoting cecilrosa
    If so, can someone download and/or rip someone else's mp3s or CDs of a record they own?
    No.
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    What if someone gave me permission?
    If you get permission from the copyright holder, you can make as many copies as they grant you permission to make. Some third party? No. I can't give you permission to shoplift at K-Mart, and your buddies can't give you permission to steal somebody else's intellectual property.

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    Default Re: MP3s of legally owned records

    I own The Beatles Abbey Road on record. My friend owns it on CD. Can I make a backup copy of his CD with this permission? Since I already own the intellectual property, it shouldn't be a problem. If not, why not? If I owned the CD I could easily make a backup copy.

    Thanks for all the great info!

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    Default Re: MP3s of legally owned records

    As you were previously told, no. If you want to make a backup copy, you would make it from your own LP's.

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