#SHOWBIZ: Karaoke premise in Penang raided for copyright infringement
MACP said in a statement today that after extensive intelligence gathering on the establishment, the raid was conducted for suspected violation of the Copyright Act 1987 on July 1.
It was suspected that the karaoke establishment was, amongst others, publicly performing copyrighted music administered by MACP without a MACP licence, despite several warnings and reminders.
"During the raid, 13 pieces of equipment suspected to violate the Copyright Act 1987 were seized by authorities, including televisions, speakers, microphones, amplifiers, and other audio-video gear, estimated to be worth RM18,000," said the statement.
"If found guilty, the owners of the karaoke establishment will face imprisonment or a fine, or both."
The statement added: "Any public performance of copyrighted music without MACP's authorisation is an offence under the Copyright Act 1987.
"MACP strongly advises all businesses that play or perform copyrighted music on their premises to secure a valid MACP licence immediately, as several other establishments have been identified throughout Malaysia for similar enforcement actions.
"MACP reaffirms its commitment to upholding and respecting copyright laws, protecting the livelihoods of songwriters, and combating copyright infringement against its members.
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