California · DMCA Takedown
California DMCA Takedown Notice
California creators have federal DMCA takedown rights (17 U.S.C. § 512) to remove infringing copies of their work from online platforms. With AI-generated content surging, California also passed AB 602 (2024, Cal. Civ. Code § 1708.86) providing a private right of action against unauthorized AI-generated sexual depictions of real individuals. A properly formatted DMCA takedown notice can remove infringing content within 24-72 hours from major platforms.
California's 2024 AB 602 law gives individuals a right to sue over AI-generated sexual depictions using their likeness, a new dimension to California's already strong digital rights framework.
Governing law
17 U.S.C. § 512 (DMCA Safe Harbor) + Cal. Civ. Code § 1708.86 (AI image rights, 2024)
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Cites 17 U.S.C. § 512 (DMCA Safe Harbor) + Cal. Civ. Code § 1708.86 (AI image rights, 2024). Formatted for USPS Certified Mail. Instant PDF.
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California DMCA Takedown FAQs
How do I send a valid DMCA takedown notice?▾
Under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3), a valid DMCA notice must include: (1) identification of the copyrighted work, (2) identification of the infringing material and its URL, (3) your contact information, (4) a statement that you have a good faith belief the use is not authorized, (5) a statement that the information is accurate under penalty of perjury, (6) your physical or electronic signature.
What platforms are required to respond to DMCA notices?▾
Any online service provider with a registered DMCA agent, which includes virtually all major platforms: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Reddit, Twitter/X, Google Search. Platforms that receive proper takedown notices must act expeditiously or lose their Section 230/DMCA safe harbor protection.
Can I send a DMCA notice for AI-generated content that copies my work?▾
Yes, if the AI output substantially reproduces your copyrighted expression. The legal framework for AI-generated copyright infringement is evolving rapidly (Andersen v. Stability AI, Getty Images v. Stability AI). A DMCA notice is a valid first step even if the infringement theory is untested.
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