Traditional Knowledge Laws: Saint Kitts and Nevis
| Title | Copyright Act (Cap. 18.08) |
| Subject Matter | Traditional Cultural Expressions |
| Issue(s) | Subject Matter of Protection |
| Type(s) of Legislation | IP Law |
Subject Matter of Protection
Section 22 - Ownership of Copyright
(5) In respect of folklore, that is to say, all literary and artistic works that
(a) constitute a basic element of the traditional and cultural heritage of Saint Christopher and Nevis;
(b) were created in Saint Christopher and Nevis by various groups of the community; and
(c) survive from generation to generation;
the rights of the author shall vest in the Crown to the same extent as if the Crown had been the original creator of the folklore.