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Section 204 says a transfer of copyright ownership is not valid unless it is in writing and signed by the owner. Notarization is not required for validity.
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17 U.S.C. § 204 — Execution of transfers of copyright ownership
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A verbal deal or a handshake cannot move copyright, so ownership changes need a signed document.
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