Washington SB5886 establishes property rights for individuals and deceased personalities in their name, voice, signature, photograph, or likeness.

Washington SB5886 amends state law to establish a property right for individuals and deceased personalities in their name, voice, signature, photograph, or likeness. This right exists regardless of whether the individual or personality used these elements commercially during their lifetime. The law prohibits the unauthorized use of these elements in commerce, advertising, or fundraising without consent. The right is transferable and assignable, and it does not expire upon the death of the individual or personality.

Washington SB5886 establishes property rights for individuals and deceased personalities in their name, voice, signature, photograph, or likeness.

Washington SB5886 amends state law to establish a property right for individuals and deceased personalities in their name, voice, signature, photograph, or likeness. This right exists regardless of whether the individual or personality used these elements commercially during their lifetime. The law prohibits the unauthorized use of these elements in commerce, advertising, or fundraising without consent. The right is transferable and assignable, and it does not expire upon the death of the individual or personality.