Q: DMCA Agent refused my DMCA takedown notice by E-mail.
I've sent a DMCA notice a couple days ago.
I received a reply saying this.
"Hello,
Thank you for contacting ****.
In order to proceed with your take-down request for this particular content, we need to receive your documentation via mail. Please mail your notice to:
****, Inc.
Attn: DMCA Administrator
PO Box ****
**** City, CA *****
Please also note that for copyright infringements under Section 512(f) of the Copyright Act, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing may be subject to liability.
Regards,
DMCA Agent
****, Inc."
Is it mandatory to send the notice and mail it to the physical address or is there any form of abuse?
What are my options?
A: I see no problem with mail notification requirements, but the bigger question is whether there is an actual copyright violation. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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