The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has rendered into law what just about anyone already knew: Animals can't own things.
The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals had sued a photographer for the proceeds from a photo on his camera. While that camera was unattended, a macaque named Naruto had taken a couple of selfies with it. PETA said that the monkey held the rights to the photo, while the photographer, being a human who owned the camera and who understood things like ownership, rights, proceeds and whatnot, believed that he did.
A lower court agreed with reason and the photographer, and now the 9th Circuit has as well. PETA's lawyers said they are studying the decision and will decide later if they will appeal. The organization's lawyer said that Naruto "shouldn't be treated any differently from any other creator simply because he happens to not be human."
Which indicates that certain humans probably should be treated differently, or at least kept away from sharp objects before they hurt themselves.
2 comments:
"Sharp objects"
You mean like logic and reason?
Yes, those could prove dangerous in the hands of those clearly unaccustomed to their proper use. On the other hand, it would be good if they could be trained to handle them properly, if possible.
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