Independent Operation and Non-Affiliation:
 

The website mickeymousetoys.com operates autonomously and maintains no affiliation with The Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries. Any utilization of Mickey Mouse imagery presented herein does not allude to, imply, or constitute endorsement by, or association with, Disney.
 

Public Domain Status:
 

The initial portrayal of Mickey Mouse, as depicted in the 1928 film "Steamboat Willie," has transitioned into the public domain within the United States as of January 1, 2024. Consequently, under United States copyright law, this specific iteration of Mickey Mouse is no longer subject to copyright protection and may be freely employed by any entity for lawful purposes.
 

Non-Infringing and Respectful Use:
 

Our presentation of "Steamboat Willie" Mickey Mouse on this website aims solely to pay homage to the character's historical and cultural significance. We unequivocally affirm that our utilization of this material does not constitute vulgarity, offensiveness, or harm to Disney's current brand or intellectual property rights.
 

First Amendment Protection and Trademark Considerations:
 

The domain name MickeyMouseToys.com is registered through a United States domain registrar. As such, the First Amendment of the United States Constitution safeguards our right to utilize publicly available materials like "Steamboat Willie" Mickey Mouse within both creative and commercial contexts. While Disney retains exclusive trademark rights to subsequent iterations of Mickey Mouse and its current brand image, the public domain status of the 1928 film and our respectful presentation serve as robust legal justifications for our present use.
 

Global Copyright Acknowledgment and Non-Infringement Commitment:
 

Despite the public domain status of "Steamboat Willie" primarily applying within the United States legal framework, we recognize and respect copyright laws in all other jurisdictions. We will not engage in any activities known to be infringing outside the legal boundaries established by international copyright treaties and conventions.
 

Freedom of Commerce and Expression:
 

The operation of mickeymousetoys.com adheres to the legal principles of both freedom of commerce and expression. We firmly believe that our responsible utilization of "Steamboat Willie" Mickey Mouse embodies both these principles, demonstrably upholding the lawful confluence of historical public domain material with creative commercial endeavors.
 

Binding Language and Acceptance:
 

This disclaimer constitutes an integral component of the terms and conditions governing the use of mickeymousetoys.com. By accessing and utilizing this website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined above.
 

Disney's Omitted Response and Potential Intellectual Property Release:
 

It is crucial to note that the owners of this website attempted to contact Disney concerning this website and domain ownership; however, they received no response. It is further contended that Disney's failure to acquire this domain name, unlike its past actions of protecting its intellectual property through domain name acquisitions (e.g., Amazon.com), constitutes a tacit relinquishment of its intellectual property rights pertaining to the use of MickeyMouseToys.com in conjunction with the existing "Steamboat Willie" Mickey Mouse brand status. This omission, coupled with the aforementioned lack of response, constitutes a formal release of intellectual property rights and cannot be retrospectively overturned due to the lapsed opportunity for response. We have provided ample time and opportunity for Disney to engage in correspondence; however, their deliberate inaction precludes any potential liability claims regarding intellectual property infringement related to the public domain usage of the "Steamboat Willie" film and character.
 

he 1928 film "Steamboat Willie" entered the public domain in the United States on January 1, 2024, due to copyright expiration. However, there may be some remaining confusion regarding the standing of the current Walt Disney Company to enforce any potential intellectual property rights associated with the film. While the "Disney" name appears in the opening credits, it differs significantly from the current logo in terms of format, color, and clarity.

Under American corporate law, a logo's consistency is crucial for retaining trademark protection. The lack of public statements from the original Disney entity clarifying or updating the credit line further adds to the uncertainty.Thus, if entering this website you the user think in any way shape or form that this website is associated or affiliated with Disney do not enter the website!

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By entering the mickeymousetoys.com website, you agree that your entry and agreement to the terms and conditions outlined above and below signifies your support for a petition under current US law. This petition challenges the validity of Disney's attempts to obtain trademark protection for the Public Domain Steamboat Willie character through its use in modern films, stores, and other presentations. The petition is based on the principles of free business practices and existing arts and copyright laws, which suggest that the Steamboat Willie character entered the public domain in 1928. This argument is premised on the absence of any bad faith attempt by Disney to maintain exclusivity through unwanted exposure of the Public Domain character in recent films.
 

Laws Protecting Petitions:

• State Consumer Protection Laws: Some states have laws availing free distribution and dissemination power to public domain works for any one interested either for business or non business usage.  

• Competition Laws: Antitrust and unfair competition laws is relevant if the petition alleges monopolistic or anti-competitive practices.

• Copyright and Trademark Laws: Petitions related to alleged misuse of intellectual property rights invoke legal frameworks governing copyright and trademark laws.