1213.6 Special Relief from Deposit Requirements for Mask Works
On a case-by-case basis, the Register of Copyrights may decide to grant special relief from the deposit requirements. Requests for special relief must be made in writing to:
Associate Register of Copyrights and Director of Registration Policy & Practice
U.S. Copyright Office
P.O. Box 70400
Washington, DC 20024-0400
The applicant may also send special relief requests by fax to (202) 707-3698. The request must contain the following:
• The specific reasons why the request should be granted.
• A proposal for an alternative form of deposit.
• The signature of the applicant.
37 C.F.R. § 211.5 (D).