lisensmottakeren

Lisensmottakeren is a term used in Norwegian law and administration to denote a person or organization that has been granted a license by a licensor to use a protected work, asset, or to carry out a regulated activity under defined terms and conditions. The lisensmottakeren does not own the underlying rights; instead, they obtain permission to use or operate within the scope specified in the license.

A license assigns specific rights, such as use, reproduction, distribution, or operation, and may define the territory, field of use, duration, and whether the license is exclusive or non-exclusive. The lisensmottakeren also takes on obligations, including paying royalties or fees, maintaining compliance with terms, keeping records, and reporting to the licensor. Sub-licensing, transfer, or assignment of the license is often restricted or requires prior consent.

Licensing arrangements can arise in several contexts. Intellectual property licenses cover copyright, patents, and trademarks for software, media, or inventions. In regulated sectors, licenses govern access to resources or services, such as radio spectrum, broadcasting rights, or professional activities subject to government oversight. The legal framework for lisensmottakeren typically combines contract law with sector-specific regulations, and licenses may be renewed, amended, suspended, or terminated for breach or changes in policy.

In practice, the lisensmottakeren interacts with the licensor to ensure that licensed activities stay within agreed limits. Non-compliance can lead to remedies, including license modification or revocation. See also lisensgiver (licensor) and lisensavtale (license agreement).