Traditional Knowledge Laws  :

Guatemala

Title
Subject Matter
Type(s) of Legislation

Subject Matter of Protection

Article 4

Performer: Every actor, singer, musician, dancer or other person represents a role, sing, deliver, declaim, interpret or execute literary works in any form or artistic or expressions of folklore.

Article 14

The expressions of folklore belong to the cultural heritage of the country and will be object of specific legislation.

Article 17

The title of a work which is protected under the terms of this law does not may be used by a third party, unless its generic or descriptive character in relation with the contents of those, constitutes a necessary designation. In the case of works concerning traditions or legends, this protection can not be invoked. No one may use the title of another's work as a means of creating confusion in the public or to take unfair advantage of literary or commercial success or reputation of the author.