What is the law on image use!

Discussion in 'Legal Issues' started by James'78', Oct 20, 2006.

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    What is the law concerning images of say fighters for a mixed martial arts site. Would it be illegal to use google image searched images if i reference the source?
     
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  2. websiteideas

    websiteideas Well-Known Member

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    You need to contact the owner of the image to ask permission.
     
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  3. James'78'

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    What if the image has no visible copyright or anything?
     
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    mattmdesign Well-Known Member

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    It is still copyrighted.
     
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    James'78',

    Use Creative Commons Licensed images and give credit underneath the image...it is completely legit as long as you reference the CCL holder.
     
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    classifieds Sopchoppy Flash

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    Listen to Matt. He's right. Don't steal from other people.
     
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    Why not take your own images? I am sure there is a dojo somewhere near you you could snap some pics!
     
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    if you can't take pictures yourself just find some on a stock photo website
     
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    Thanks for all the advice people. Just to mention no one ever mentioned or intended to imply theft. I am an honest web developer researching to ensure I stay within the guidlines. The CCL image post sounds like the ticket I'll look into it, thanks alot. I dont need general MMA images I need specific fighters images. Thanks again everyone
     
    James'78', Oct 21, 2006 IP