Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) 1990: Federal law that protects artists' moral rights, including rights of attribution and integrity of their works
Copyright Act 1976: Federal legislation governing copyright protection, including provisions for art works, reproductions, and derivative works
Bank Secrecy Act: Federal anti-money laundering regulations applicable to high-value art transactions
Federal Tax Laws: IRS regulations regarding art sales, commissions, and capital gains on art investments
State Art Consignment Laws: State-specific regulations governing art consignment relationships and dealer responsibilities
Uniform Commercial Code: State commercial laws governing sales, contracts, and business transactions
State Consumer Protection Laws: State-specific regulations protecting art buyers from fraud and misrepresentation
State Licensing Requirements: State-specific licensing and registration requirements for art dealers and brokers
Agency Law: Legal principles governing the relationship between principal (artist/collector) and agent (broker)
Fiduciary Duty Laws: Legal obligations requiring brokers to act in the best interest of their clients
Authentication Standards: Legal requirements and industry standards for verifying artwork authenticity and provenance
Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act: Federal law protecting Native American cultural items and artifacts
Cultural Property Import/Export Regulations: Federal regulations governing international art trade and cultural property movement
UNESCO Convention Implementation: U.S. implementation of international treaties regarding cultural property protection
Professional Ethics Codes: Industry standards and guidelines established by organizations like the Art Dealers Association of America
