Contrary to what many people believe, there is no absolute word limit on fair use. Acts of ghana first republic criminal procedure code, 1960 act 30 arrangement of sections section part igeneral provisions procedure 1. The difference between copyright infringement and plagiarism. Supreme court rulings are binding precedent across the united states. Though ghana is a relative novice in oil production it has local content laws that some oil industry experts deem unrealistic, in part because ghanas oil industry is still quite young and the. Botswana, burkina faso, burundi, ghana, gabon, guinea. Ghanas constitution of 1992 with amendments through 1996. These provisions basically deal with things such as works that belong to the public domain, how. For example, faculty often own the in works they create even in the course of their employment. Laws of ghana national identification authority act, 2006 act 707 arrangement of sections national identification authority 1. Legal assistance networkghana glan thanks everyone who has. Every activity was a religious exercise, and the individual was left to relate to his or her maker according to how it.
Basic laws of the university of ghana university of ghana act, 2010 act 806 statutes of the university of ghana. The unauthorized use of ed works is done in such a way that it violates laws and the exclusive rights of the creator or owner as granted by law. The united states is a member of many treaties and conventions which deal with and intellectual property laws so the scope of protection available in foreign countries depends on the provisions outlined in those treaties as long as they are also available under that countrys law. Reproduction for teaching in educational institutions at all levels and reproduction by libraries and archives for. Its important to understand what constitutes a violation, so you can avoid legal problems.
In african music, rhythm is such a critical component that royalties should be broken down into at. Power to break out of any house for purpose of liberation. A lot of us get caught up in a confusing haze of laws, infringement, and wondering how to stay out of hot water with the law and angry lawyers okay, maybe its not that dramatic while also protecting our book babies. Nigeria and ghana as case study examples in the light of regional and. When the americans introduced laws to japan in the. Apr 19, 20 you clearly arent a very artistic or even a considerate person and im just gonna leave the inappropriate part of your comment at that. The author of any work specified in section 2 of this law autj.
To continue working on the website, click stay signed in below. The statutes of the university of ghana is available for download in pdf format. The documentary materials collected in this circular deal with reproduction of ed works by educators, librarians, and archivists for a variety of uses, including. Scott allan is a student success coach and in house content creator here at selfpublishing school. Programmes offered and admission requirements 1012 5.
The electronic transactions act of ghana, act 772 of 2008 the national information technology agency, act 771 of 2008. The law gives the creators of literary, dramatic, musical, artistic works, sound recordings, broadcasts, films and typographical arrangement of published editions, rights to. The law allows different uses in different settings. Contemporary examples of such situations can be found in the presentation by molly. Does sharing a link to online content amount to copyright. Copyright and fair use office of the general counsel. Act 699 representation of the people amendment 2006 electoral commision of ghana electoral commission act 1993 establishment of electoral commision act laws of registration local governement elections laws political parties law politicals.
I discuss the nature and classification of laws in ghana as well as the concomitant choice of law problems. Part vi of the labour act ensures protection of working women and part v protects workers with disabilities. The duration of protection for an eligible work is life of the author plus 70 years. The copyright act is the legal framework that protects the use of an individuals work once the. Examples of fair use copyright laws in the classroom.
Constitution of ghana constitutions constitutions and constitutional law by elizabeth wells last updated apr 16, 2014. As a universal rule, most images are protected by laws around the world and you need permission to use an image asis or to adapt it. Pdf awareness of the copyright law among library users in. Quite possibly the most important among laws, infringement refers to the unauthorized use of ed works. Driver and vehicle licensing authority act ghana civil aviation authority law ghana maritime authority act, 2002 ghana maritime security act, 2004 ghana ports and harbours authority act, 1986. Schools and districts work tirelessly to provide the critical it services required for student success. For example, copying 200 words from a work of 300 words wouldnt be fair use. For example, if a computer or server have been used to distribute ed music, videos. What are the consequences of breaking copyright laws. Ghanaian law into conformity with the ghanaian constitution, to help strengthen protection of. Evelyn ogboo apronti tetteh at methodist university college ghana. Rethinking the provisions on expressions of folklore in ghanas. I begin with a consideration of the introduction of colonial law in ghana, and its impact on the preexisting customary law system. Ghana school of law students facilities and societies 67 3.
A mastery of the three pillars of company law in ghana is essential. A rather vague concept, it refers to a range of protection depending on whether the original work is factual less protected or creativefictional more protected. Roman law served as the basis of law systems developed in a number of continental european. Copyrightshallnot extend to ideas, concepts,procedures,methodsor other thingsof a similarnature. Intellectual property rights and protection in ghana. An individual who breaks laws in ghana is liable to the following punishment. Companies code, 1963 act 179 report of the commission of enquiry into the working and administration of company law in ghana 1961 gowers report. District court rulings are not binding precedent, but may still be referred to by other courts.
More and more were using images to enhance textbased documents, annual reports, websites and on social media. Research report on consumer protection in ghana consumers. Ghana energy policy, laws and regulation handbook world law business library ibp usa. However, copying 2,000 words from a work of 500,000 words might be fair. Search of place entered by person sought to be arrested. Sources of law law research guides at university of ghana. The constitution of ghana and the labour laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnic origin, creed, colour, religion, social, or economic status. The evolution of ghana law since independence william burnett haivey introduction on march 6, 1957, the british gold coast achieved independence in circumstances that apparently offered a bright future for sovereign, independent ghana. Ghanaian law into conformity with the ghanaian constitution, to help strengthen protection of s and related rights in ghana and to bring ghana into compliance with its. You clearly arent a very artistic or even a considerate person and im just gonna leave the inappropriate part of your comment at that. Copyright laws in ghana and effects of breaking them yen. Labour act, 2003 international labour organization.
Ghana has signed the singapore treaty on the law of trademarks, but has not yet ratified it or implemented any laws to reflect its provisions. Copyright notice digital images, photographs and the internet. In some situations, when a work is created by a member of the university, harvard policies vary the ownership that would otherwise result under law. The companies act the act is the first pillar of company law in ghana. Is there a specific provision in the law that supports my proposed use without seeking prior permission from the holder. The law covers both the published and unpublished scientific, artistic and literary works, regardless of the form of expression provided the work is in a tangible or material form. Ibp usa ghana energy policy, laws and regulation handbook world law business library ibp usa ghana mining laws and regulations handbook world law business library.
An act to amend and consolidate the laws relating to labour, employers, trade unions and industrial relations. But where infringement is a construct of the law, plagiarism is a construct of ethics. Links provide access to primary documents, legal commentary, and general government information about specific jurisdictions and topics. Ghanas framework of laws is largely built on the system inherited from the colonial period. Dec 23, 2019 for example, one of the more famous cases, viacom vs. The law affords protection to a variety of work and grants protection to holders to their works and defines the duration of that protection. The effects of breaking the laws in ghana according to the act 690 of 2005 are severe. Subscribe and get breaking news, commentary, and opinions on law firms, lawyers, law schools, lawsuits, judges, and more. Circuit court rulings are binding within a certain portion of it the circuit in question. You will be signed out in seconds due to inactivity.
Nigerian copyright act cap 28 laws of the federation of nigeria, 2004 history. A look at local content rules and the case of ghana devex. The library houses one of the countrys finest collections of printed legal materials, secondary legal resources and provides access to online services and free internet sources. How to copyright a book quickly stepbystep with examples. There are very real legal consequences for breaking laws.
In sections 38 to 58 we can find the general provisions of law in ghana. Pdf since the passage of the law, violation has been an issue even though the policy of. An examination of technological protection measures under. Case law provides examples of how the statutes have been interpreted and applied in concrete cases when disputes have arisen. I describe the role played by statutory law and also the. But i want to consider for a moment the ethical and psychic consequences of breaking a. Chapter 1 an overview of the intellectual property rights. Quiet a number of users are also aware of the penalty for violating.
Company law theory explains why it should be otherwise. Establishment of national identification authority. There are some general guidelines teachers can use so that they are not in violation of laws. Oct 07, 20 in short, infringement is a very broad term, rooted in the law, that covers a wide range of unlawful activities that violate the rights granted by the law to holders. Teachers may not make copies of workbooks, tests, or other material intended to be consumable during the course of study. Ghana mining laws and regulations handbook world law business library j oforiboateng. For example, if an individual infringes anothers right that individual commits an offence and is.
Constitution of ghana constitution of ghana constitution of ghana constitution of ghana. Copyright laws in ghana and effects of breaking them. In this exclusive snapshot report, read 5 editorial articles to learn how to maximize your schools return on it investments. For old images or photos, you may never be entirely sure if something is in, but knowing the age of the. Persistent controversy before, during and after passage of bill into law. Pdf copyright, folklore and music piracy in ghana researchgate. Use of materials you dont clearly own can sometimes be a murky legal area, but some infringement examples should help to sort out whats permissible and what isnt. Though ghana is a relative novice in oil production it has local content laws that some oil industry experts deem unrealistic, in part because ghana s oil industry is still quite young and the. Staying on the right side of copyright in education the. These laws provides procedures of handling cases in ghana. Social context religion was always and is still, to a large extent, an integral part of the lifestyle of the african in the traditional environment. Globally, tces are protected by national intellectual property laws. Since 195i, adroit leaders of a wellorganized political party had operated a responsible.
Copyright latest news, breaking stories and comment. Service of writ on agent of principal outside ghana. There have been a number of legislative interventions in ghanaian intellectual property law in recent times. Dec 07, 2019 the basis for roman laws was the idea that the exact form not the intention of words or of actions produced legal consequences. Read legal articles to better understand and protect your legal rights. Is the work covered by a license, such as those governing my librarys electronic journals and databases. Reproduction of copyrighted works by educators and. Ghanaian law into conformity with the ghanaian constitution, to help strengthen protection of s and related rights in ghana and to bring ghana into compliance with its international obligations. This guide to law online ghana contains a selection of ghanaian legal, juridical, and governmental sources accessible through the internet. Intellectual property rights and protection in ghana seidu adams masters thesis law comparative legal systems, comparative law publish your bachelors or masters thesis, dissertation, term paper or essay. Business law ghana pdf business law ghana pdf download.
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