Establishes bad faith copyright infringement as an unlawful trade practice in South Carolina.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to define bad faith copyright infringement as an unlawful trade practice. It outlines factors that courts may consider in determining whether a copyright infringement assertion is made in bad faith. The bill provides remedies for targets of such assertions, including equitable relief, actual damages, costs, fees, and punitive damages. The Attorney General is granted authority to act on violations of this section, and targets or aggrieved persons can bring actions for relief. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

Establishes bad faith copyright infringement as an unlawful trade practice in South Carolina.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to define bad faith copyright infringement as an unlawful trade practice. It outlines factors that courts may consider in determining whether a copyright infringement assertion is made in bad faith. The bill provides remedies for targets of such assertions, including equitable relief, actual damages, costs, fees, and punitive damages. The Attorney General is granted authority to act on violations of this section, and targets or aggrieved persons can bring actions for relief. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.