Q: Do I have any right to photos taken for free?
My sister took my wedding photos for free as a “gift”, but since then has decided she’s not going to give them to me. She won’t talk to anyone or listen to anyone who asks her for the photos. Many family members have offered to pay to see the photos but she refuses. We were married in a courthouse where only one camera was allowed, her photos are the only ones that exist of my wedding and I am so desperate to see them. Do I have any legal right to the pictures?
A: Unfortunately, no. The law does not provide for any way to enforce unkept promises unless there was an agreement and unless both sides received consideration. I suggest you try to compromise and at least pay the photographer something--because the photos are hers.
Tim Akpinar agrees with this answer
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Try to attempt compromise, hopefully with the financial contribution and appeal of family members willing to help here. It's a shame that the policy of the court led to this situation. Good luck.
Tim Akpinar
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