I have done some goggling on copyrighting your photos, but not have had any luck finding finding the following information: I had someone say with the new copyright laws you do not need to send to Washington pictures and have them copyrighted they are still protected. Another says that the pictures are yours, but  your are unable to sue for someone using your photo withour your permission. Can anyone direct me to a site or sites that can tell me if you have to copyright your photos and what happens legally if you don't. Thanks