Wisconsin

PROs must annually file with the state department for public inspection:

• Certified copies of all current documents used by the PRO,

• The most up-to-date list of members and works represented.

PROs are required to:

• Provide information about specific works upon request by the proprietor via phone or electronic means

• Provide the filed documents upon request, at the proprietor’s expense

Pre-Contract Requirements

At least 72 hours before executing a contract, the PRO must provide written notice:

• Outlining its legal duties under the statute

• Confirming compliance with applicable federal or court orders regarding royalty rates, terms, and contract conditions

• PROs are prohibited from making incomplete or false disclosures in this notice

Contract Requirements

All contracts must be:

• In writing and signed by both parties,

• Include the proprietor’s name, business address, applicable locations, PRO name, contract duration, and royalty rate schedule.

Conduct Restrictions

PRO agents must identify themselves and state their purpose before entering a proprietor’s business to discuss licensing.

Remedies

Proprietors may seek actual damages, attorney fees, court costs, and other legal or equitable relief for violations. This section does not limit any other legal rights or remedies.