Traditional Knowledge Laws :
危地马拉
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.