Practice Area

DMCA Takedown and Counter-Notice

Federal Court

Situation — How This Comes Up

Someone filed a DMCA takedown on my content and I believe it is a fraudulent claim.

What You Need to Know First

A wrongful DMCA takedown notice exposes the sender to liability under Section 512(f) for material misrepresentation. A properly filed counter-notice triggers a specific timeline that platforms must follow.

Full Analysis

The DMCA takedown and counter-notice process under 17 U.S.C. § 512 creates a structured dispute resolution system. A counter-notice requires the platform to restore content unless the complainant files a federal lawsuit within 10-14 business days.

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