Best Option To Liquidate CD Collection

I'm a little disappointed that so many frequent and respected contributors to this forum are willing to consul what is clearly unethical and illegal behavior. I'm surprised that Audiogon allowed such a thread. The RIAA isn't pursuing cases against individuals, but I would think a moderated, for profit website that abets illegal activity would make a tempting, high profile target.

I'm talkin' about character. I'm talkin' about - hell... I ain't embarrassed to use the word - I'm talkin' about ethics.

onhwy61, yes it is disappointing, isn't it?

Serious question...what is the law concerning resale of used CDs by record shops and websites such as Agon and Amazon. Is it the honor system, such as it's assumed that the original owner has not kept a copy for himself.

The system relies upon people acting in good faith. There is no enforcement effort so there is no penalty for abusing the system.

If you found a wallet (with cash and credit cards) on the street, would you try to contact the owner and return it, or would you pocket the cash and try to buy a flat screen with the credit card? Most people would try to return the wallet, but some wouldn't. It's knowing the difference between right and wrong and acting accordingly.

Lowrider57, first the disclaimer...I'm no expert with respect to the legal system. Now for my opinion... I don't think that the law has any additional or specific provision with respect to businesses that sell used material. I think the intent and the content of the law deals specifically with unauthorized reproduction of copyrighted material regardless of where it takes place. That being said, I'm sure every business will have to assume that no unauthorized copies have been made. But, as Onhwy61 pointed out, that assumption is completely false in a case such as this where a member publicly asks for help in what would appear to be a clear intent to violate the copyright law.