Overview
A legal principle that allows the owner of a copyrighted work to sell or otherwise dispose of that particular copy of the work without the permission of the copyright holder. This applies to physical media like books and CDs.
Role in this knowledge base
Discussed as a legal concept that should be extended to digital media to protect consumers’ rights to own and resell their digital purchases, contrasting with current practices in streaming and digital licensing.
Key facts
- It is a legal principle that allows the resale of physical copyrighted items, which advocates argue should be applied to digital media.