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A Copyright Infringement Letter is a crucial legal instrument in German copyright law enforcement, typically used when unauthorized use of protected intellectual property is discovered. This document, formally known as an 'Abmahnung' in Germany, must comply with the specific requirements of § 97a of the German Copyright Act (Urheberrechtsgesetz). It is used prior to initiating court proceedings and serves multiple purposes: documenting the infringement, demanding immediate cessation of unauthorized use, requesting a binding declaration of discontinuance (Unterlassungserklärung), and often including claims for damages and legal costs. The letter must include precise details about the copyright ownership, specific instances of infringement, and clear demands with reasonable deadlines. It's particularly important in the digital age where copyright infringements can occur rapidly and across multiple platforms.

1. Sender Details: Full legal name and address of the copyright holder or their authorized representative

2. Recipient Details: Full name and address of the alleged infringer

3. Date and Reference: Current date and any reference numbers for tracking purposes

4. Subject Line: Clear identification as a copyright infringement notice (Abmahnung wegen Urheberrechtsverletzung)

5. Copyright Ownership Statement: Clear statement of copyright ownership or right to represent the copyright holder

6. Description of Protected Work: Detailed description of the copyrighted work including creation date and registration details if applicable

7. Infringement Details: Specific description of the infringement including dates, locations, and nature of unauthorized use

8. Legal Basis: Citation of relevant legal provisions under German copyright law (UrhG)

9. Cease and Desist Demand: Formal demand to cease the infringing activity immediately

10. Declaration of Discontinuance: Request for signed declaration of discontinuance (Unterlassungserklärung) with deadline

11. Compensation Demand: Specific monetary demands including damages and legal costs if applicable

12. Deadline for Response: Clear statement of deadline for response and consequences of non-compliance

13. Signature: Signature of the sender or authorized representative