Can You Use Someones Name Without Permission

Specifically, California recognizes both common law and statutory rights. California Civil Code, Section 3344, provides that it is unlawful, for the purpose of advertising or selling, to knowingly use another’s name, voice, signature, photograph, or likeness without that person’s prior consent.

What is it called when you use someone's name without their permission?

There are two distinct legal claims that potentially apply to these kinds of unauthorized uses: (1) invasion of privacy through misappropriation of name or likeness (“misappropriation”); and (2) violation of the right of publicity. …

Is it illegal to give someone's name out?

No state in the US has a law that prohibits the telling of a name, absent other facts.