Who owns the copies deposited with the National Library?
All copies of works deposited with the National Library and the Supreme Court Library become government property. This also applies to any instruments in writing filed with these institutions. This transfer of ownership occurs in accordance with the provisions of the Act. This rule is found in Section 227 Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines. “SEC. 227. Ownership of Deposit and Instruments. – All copies deposited and instruments in writing filed with the National Library and the Supreme Court Library… shall become the property of the Government.” January 8, 2026About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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