What federal office is responsible for copyright registrations in the United States?

• A. Trademark
• B. United States Copyright Office
• C. United States Patent and Trademark Office
• D. Trade Shows

Answer: (B)

The United States Copyright Office is the federal office that handles copyright registrations. It operates within the Library of Congress and takes care of registering works, keeping official records, and issuing registration certificates. This office is specifically dedicated to copyright matters, which is different from trademarks or patents handled by other agencies. For example, trademark and patent questions go to the United States Patent and Trademark Office, not the Copyright Office. Registering a work isn’t required for protection itself, but it does enable you to pursue certain legal remedies in court and provides official evidence of ownership.