explanation note<\/a>, the definition \u201ccopy in available format\u201d is interpreted more broadly than definition \u201cspecial format\u201d provided in Russian civil code (article 1274). Available format means any format providing beneficiary with access to printed information. It is proposed to amend definition \u201cspecial format\u201d in article 1274 and replace it with definition \u201cspecially-available format\u201d.<\/p>\nThe Russian civil code unlike the Marrakesh treaty provides lesser opportunities for visually impaired or otherwise print disabled persons. In order to ratify this treaty it is also necessary to amend item 2 of article 1274 of Russian civil code in order to more precisely define beneficiary of exceptions and limitations provided in treaty for its appliance in Russia.<\/p>\n
Currently Russian civil code provides exception for blind and visually impaired persons. In order to provide such persons with access to works it is allowed to reproduce works in formats, intended for use by such persons, and also to distribute copies of works, reproduced in special formats, without right holder\u2019s consent and payment of royalty if there is no intention to make a profit.<\/p>\n
It is premature to discuss what formats will be available after ratification of Marrakesh treaty. This issue must be concerned by all stakeholders, believes MinCult. The issue of new formats is very topical. For example, Braille is not popular today. The literary work \u201cWar and Peace\u201d in Braille format is so huge in volume that you could not place it in one suitcase. Audio-books are more popular today. But audio books are not widespread. It is pretty expensive.<\/p>\n
Right holders believe<\/a> new amendments, associated with Marrakesh ratification, would entail damages for them. There is no mechanism of protection from pirates. Besides, there could be provided a minimum remuneration for them, paid from state budget.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Russian ministry of culture (MinCult) aims to broad access to literary works for print disabled persons. Without right holders\u2019 consent it is possible to issue Braille or audio books for blind persons, provided that books are published in special format<\/p>\n
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