Copyright Ownership Flowchart Figure

Copyright Ownership Flowchart

1. You contributed to an original, creative (non-patentable) work. Proceed to step 2.
2. Did you grant a third party an interest in the work?
1. Yes, jump to step 6.
2. No, proceed to step 3.
3. Is the work an institutional work?
1. Yes, jump to step 7.
2. No, proceed to step 4.
4. Is the work computer software?
1. Yes, jump to step 7.
2. No, proceed to step 5.
5. You are the owner of the work; however, West Virginia University (WVU) retains the right to use the work.
6. A third party may own the work; however, WVU may pursue rights from the third party to use the work.
7. WVU owns the work. Proceed to step 8.
8. Submit a copyright disclosure.