Of interest was an article published today in “The Post and Courier” of Charlston, South Carolina:
- Richard Montague Powell, 66, was arraigned Tuesday in federal court in Charleston on charges that he made up to $250,000 by pirating copies of Walt Disney’s motion picture “Song of the South.”
If convicted of violating federal copyright laws, Powell faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
A search of Powell’s residence turned up hundreds of unauthorized copies of the motion picture on DVD and VHS, according to U.S. Attorney Strom Thurmond Jr. Numerous firearms also were seized.
Powell may have netted a small fortune — as much as $250,000 — from sales of the movie over a three-year period, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
The entire article is available to read online (free registration required). Thanks to Eric of the Song of the South Enthusiasts Group for informing us of this news!