Can I Copyright The Name Of My Band?

No. Names are not protected by copyright law. Some names may be protected under trademark law. Contact the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (http://www.uspto.gov/), (800) 7869199, for further information.

Other Intellectual Property FAQs

Q: Can You Provide Me With Copies Of My Application And My Work?
A: Contact the Certifications and Documents Section of the Copyright Office (202) 7076787.
Q: What Is Mandatory Deposit?
A: Copies of all works under copyright protection that have been published in the United States are required to be deposited with the Copyright Office within three months … More
Q: How Do I Register My Copyright?
A: To register a work, you need to submit a completed application form, a nonrefundable filing fee of $30, and a nonreturnable copy or copies of the work to be … More
Q: What Is The Registration Fee?
A: The current filing fee is $30 per application. Generally, each work requires a separate application.
Q: Can I Make Copies Of The Application Form?
A: Yes, you can make copies of copyright forms if they meet the following criteria: photocopied back to back and head to head on a single sheet of 81/2 by 11 inch … More
Q: What Is The Difference Between Form Pa And Form Sr?
A: These forms are for registering two different types of copyrightable subject matter that may be embodied in a recording. Form PA is used for the registration of music … More
Q: What Is An Isbn Number?
A: The International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is administered by the R. R. Bowker Company 8773107333 [http://www.bowker.com]. The ISBN is a numerical … More
Q: How Do I Get On The U.S. Copyright Office's Mailing List?
A: The Copyright Office does not maintain a mailing list. The Copyright Office sends periodic email messages via NewsNet (http://www.loc.gov/copyright/newsnet/), a … More
Q: If I Don't Have To Register My Copyright For Protection, Why Not Wait Until There Is An Infringement Before Registering It?
A: You can wait until an infringement, but it will have a serious impact on any financial recovery. It is important to remember that you are qualified for a substantially … More