CCB Explained

On June 16, 2022, the U.S. Copyright Office launched its new copyright small claims tribunal called the Copyright Claims Board (CCB). The CCB is a three member tribunal with extensive expertise in copyright matters that is a voluntary, affordable, and streamlined alternative to federal court for certain small copyright claims. The following are valuable resources and tools for creators to use in order to learn more about the CCB and how to navigate a CCB proceeding. Stay tuned and check back often for new materials and programs by the Copyright Alliance, the U.S. Copyright Office, and other organizations to further help creators understand the CCB.

Copyright Alliance Resources

U.S. Copyright Office Resources

  • ccb.gov: This is the U.S. Copyright Office’s official website for all matters related to the CCB. Here CCB participants can access the electronic filing and case management system for CCB claims (called the eCCB) and the Copyright Claims Board Handbook.
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Designated Service Agent Directory: Claimant(s) can search this directory to see if the respondent(s) have a designated agent to receive service of process.
  • Libraries and Archives page – To stay apprised of implementation updates, sign up to receive our CCB Alert, which is initiated as important news occurs. You can also subscribe to Newsnet updates from the U.S. Copyright Office.
  • Service of the Claim – Here is the Office’s CCB Handbook Service of the Claim guidance.

The First Year in Numbers (As of May 31, 2023)

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Blogs and Articles

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Stay Up to Date on the CCB!

To stay apprised of implementation updates, sign up to receive our CCB Alert, which is initiated as important news occurs. You can also subscribe to Newsnet updates from the U.S. Copyright Office.