I want to send English versions of these DVD's to my relatives in germany. they do not have access to the english versions, only the germany subtitles.
2006-08-28 05:50:20 · 7 answers · asked by wengaewengae 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
No fine. They would neither open nor confiscate a single home-made DVD sent by you to them for private viewing. Mark the envelope "data medium no commercial value".
2006-08-28 05:54:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pirating DVDs carries a stiff fine all by itself, but sending them to Europe is an even more serious matter. Unless you want to risk a $372,700 fine and four years in jail, I'd say buy legal copies for your German friends.
I'm surprised that no one else is the least bit concerned that this is a crime. Would you be so casual about shipping heroin to Germany? Yes, I know it doesn't seem as serious, but the penalty is certainly serious. This is considered black market merchandise. Read the article at the link below.
2006-08-28 13:34:16 · answer #2 · answered by ConcernedCitizen 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, don't label the DVDs. Or label it, "Joe's College Graduation Party", or "Anita's Wedding", and just send it. I doubt they load up every disc they see.
It would probably be better to use a chat client like AIM, and send it via wireless transfer, and they can burn it in Germany.
2006-08-28 12:56:23 · answer #3 · answered by Ryan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just another question: did you convert to the European system otherwise thy can't see the DVDs?
I agree with two pals above in labelling>
2006-08-28 12:58:41 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
customs agent are NOT allowed to view the dvd without a warrant (you never know what could be on it, lol) or your permission. if they ask just tell them that its a home made porn and they'll back off. (seriously)
2006-08-28 17:16:06 · answer #5 · answered by sikn_shadow_420 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
maybe none at all but remember that all these are copyright and if customs should see it and ask that's where it could be nasty
2006-08-28 14:54:14 · answer #6 · answered by DENISE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wrap it in gift paper and make it a gift.**** your not sellling them. NO BIG DEAL
2006-09-01 01:47:54 · answer #7 · answered by juicy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋