United States Code/Title 17/1976-10-18/Chapter 2/Section 116

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From MegaLaw. Version existing before the enactment of the Copyright Act of 1976 (Pub. L. 94-553, Oct. 19, 1976, 90 Stat. 2541).: CURRENT VERSION

76335United States Code — Title 17, Chapter 2, § 116. Costs; attorney's feesthe United States Government
§ 116—Costs; attorney's fees

In all actions, suits, or proceedings under this title, except when brought by or against the United States or any officer thereof, full costs shall be allowed, and the court may award to the prevailing party a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs.

Amendment history

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Section 116 was added by the Act of July 30, 1947 (c. 391, 61 Stat. 652) which codified the Copyright Act of 1909 (Mar. 4, 1909, 35 Stat. 1075). It was replaced by the Copyright Act of 1976 (Pub. L. 94-553, Oct. 19, 1976, 90 Stat. 2541) with effect from January 1, 1978. [[[../../../Chapter 1/Section 116|CURRENT VERSION]]]

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