Copyright Act: Title 17 of U.S.C., primary federal legislation governing software protection and intellectual property rights in code
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal law addressing digital copyright issues, including anti-circumvention provisions and safe harbor protections
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Federal legislation addressing unauthorized access to computer systems and data security
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law governing unfair and deceptive trade practices in commerce, including software licensing
Electronic Communications Privacy Act: Federal law protecting electronic communications from unauthorized access and interception
Uniform Computer Information Transactions Act (UCITA): State law adopted in Virginia and Maryland governing software licenses and information technology contracts
State Consumer Protection Laws: Various state-specific laws protecting consumer rights in software licensing and transactions
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including software licensing aspects
Data Privacy Regulations: State and federal regulations governing the collection, storage, and use of personal data in software applications
Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Federal regulations controlling the export of commercial software and technology
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Federal regulations controlling export of defense-related software and technology
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessibility considerations in software design and implementation
Patent Laws: Federal laws protecting novel and non-obvious aspects of software inventions
Trade Secret Laws: State and federal laws protecting proprietary software code and confidential business information
Security Breach Notification Laws: State-specific laws requiring notification of users in case of data security breaches
