Legal Definitions - droit moral

Definition: The doctrine of moral right, which entitles artists to prevent others from altering their works. The basic rights protected by this doctrine are:

1. The right to create
2. The right to disclose or publish
3. The right to withdraw from publication
4. The right to be identified with the work
5. The right to ensure the integrity of the work, including the right to object to any mutilation or distortion of the work.

These rights are sometimes called moral rights. It is a French term that means "moral law".

Example: An artist creates a painting and displays it in a gallery. The artist has the right to prevent anyone from altering the painting or displaying it without their permission. They also have the right to be identified as the creator of the painting and to withdraw it from display if they choose to do so.

This example illustrates how the doctrine of moral right protects an artist's work and ensures that they have control over how it is used and displayed.