Selling Lego Keychains Legally
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Selling Lego keychains on Etsy involves understanding copyright laws and the First Sale Doctrine. If you legally acquire the Legos, you may resell them, but significant alterations might not be covered. Etsy requires items to be handmade. Consult a lawyer for detailed advice.Full Conversation
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To sell Lego keychains on Etsy in the USA, consider:
- Copyright Laws: Lego's trademark may protect certain aspects.
- First Sale Doctrine: You may sell if you lawfully acquired the Legos.
- Handmade Policy: Etsy requires items be handmade by you.
Consult a lawyer for detailed advice.
Tell me more about first sale doctrine
The First Sale Doctrine, under U.S. copyright law, allows the owner of a legally acquired copyrighted item to resell or otherwise dispose of that item without the copyright holder's permission. However, it doesn't apply if significant changes are made to the product.
If I make a Lego brick into a keychain can I sell it
If you alter the Lego brick significantly to create a new product, it might not fall under the First Sale Doctrine. Also, Lego's trademark could still apply. Always consult a lawyer for specific advice.
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