Three Strikes and You're Out: A Kinder, Gentler Internet Disconnection Policy Emerges in France
Last November, it was reported that France intended to cut off Internet access to illegal downloaders after one warning from their ISP and a second offense. Now, it appears that violators will receive two warnings from the government, with a service cut-off after the third offense. Action on the bill is expected this summer.
Read more about it at "France as Big Music Copyright Cop" "France's Plan to Turn ISPs into Copyright Cops on Track," and "French Plan E-Mail Warnings for Illegal Downloads."
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