Copyright Act 2021 (Revised): Primary legislation governing photographic works, including protection of original works, ownership rights, licensing provisions, moral rights of creators, and duration of copyright protection
Contract Act 1872: Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, including requirements for valid contracts such as offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulations concerning personal data protection, particularly relevant if photographs contain identifiable individuals, including consent requirements, data usage, storage, and cross-border transfer provisions
Competition Act 2004: Legislation governing fair competition, relevant for exclusive licensing arrangements, market restrictions, and competitive practices in licensing agreements
Electronic Transactions Act: Laws governing electronic contracts and signatures, including provisions for digital execution of agreements and validity of electronic records
Model Release Requirements: Legal requirements and best practices for obtaining consent from individuals featured in photographs, particularly for commercial use
Industry Standards: Professional photography and licensing standards, including common practices for attribution, royalty structures, and usage rights
Commercial Usage Rights: Specific considerations for commercial exploitation of photographs, including geographic limitations, duration of license, and permitted uses
