Australian activists ordered to destroy abattoir footage despite retaining copyright

Times of India - Nov 12, 2026

Australia’s High Court has concluded that Farm Transparency International maintains copyright over clandestinely acquired footage, underscoring the ramifications of trespassing despite its public interest nature. Activists are compelled to dispose of the recordings, although third parties may share them legally. This landmark judgment will influence future activism and the interplay of copyright law, prompting legal experts to scrutinize the ramifications for the rights of undercover filming.

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