The quotation right according to Section 51 of the Copyright Act refers to the possibility of using parts of an existing work in a new work without violating copyright. The quotation right allows excerpts, passages or parts of a work to be quoted or used in a new context, as long as this use meets certain criteria. The decisive factor when using the work on the basis of the quotation right is that an intellectual engagement with the work takes place. This means that there must be an "internal connection" between the quoted work and the quoting work (so-called evidence function). Within the framework of the quotation right, only as much may be taken as is necessary for a proper exercise of the quotation right. Uses beyond the purpose of the quotation, such as solely for "beautifying", are not permitted. A detailed source reference is mandatory according to Section 63 of the Copyright Act. The work must also be published.
Die Grundregel lautet also, dass ein Zitat immer dann gestattet ist, wenn es einem konkreten Zweck dient, der Zweck auch den Umfang des Zitats rechtfertigt, das fremde Werk oder der fremde Werkteil nicht verändert und die Quelle korrekt angegeben wird.
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