Cease and Desist Order, Copyright

To: __________________________________________________________

Dated: _________________

_______________ is the original author and rightful copyright holder of the work titled __________. We have been informed that you are currently using this work without proper authorization. Under the Federal Copyright Act, such use constitutes copyright infringement and is therefore illegal.

Accordingly, you are hereby formally instructed to immediately cease all use, distribution, or reproduction of the copyrighted work. You must also arrange to return or destroy all copies in your possession within 72 hours from receipt of this notice.

Please be advised that the copyright laws provide for significant statutory damages, injunctive relief, and other legal remedies in the event of infringement.

If you require further clarification or information, please contact us in writing at your earliest convenience.

Yours sincerely,

________________

Authorized Signatory

cc: Legal counsel or other relevant party, if applicable

Cease and Desist Order, Copyright

How to Use This Sample Format

This guide is provided to help you understand the purpose and appropriate use of this document. This sample serves as a standard initial notice to request that an infringing party cease and desist from unauthorized use of copyrighted material. It may be adapted for other similar legal purposes as needed.

If this notice does not result in compliance, you should consider escalating the matter by involving legal counsel. It may also be advisable to consult an attorney before sending this notice, particularly if you anticipate potential litigation.

1. Create multiple copies of this notice. Distribute one to each involved party. Retain one copy for your records and include it in the relevant legal or administrative file.