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Originally Posted by 00silvergt
No, you do not need to submit or register a copyright. You get copyrights automatically for any original work. I think that is International Law. I know it is US law. You don't need to be a US citizen, your immigration status has no bearing whether you can own a copyright or not. You only register your copyright, when you sue for infringement. Talk to a Copyright Attorney and see if it is worth the pursuit. Of course these sobs are in Italy, so it will be tough to get a cease and desist. You can write them a letter in that affect, maybe it will scare them enough to bring it down.
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Read up on copyrights before deciding you don't need to submit.
U.S. Copyright Office - Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you automatically have a copyright on the image but if it's not registered, it's your word against his. Registering the copyright gives you more power, as you'll see from the FAQ.