Statutory tool

CRBT and Broadcasting Contract Audit Tool

Audit a CRBT or broadcasting contract against statutory minimums and produce a severity-rated red flag report.

Step 1

Choose contract type

The checklist changes depending on whether the deal is a CRBT agreement or a broadcasting contract.

CRBT agreement

Caller ringback tone revenue

Use this when the contract deals with CRBT revenue shares, reporting, and payment terms.

Broadcasting contract

Radio, TV, simulcast, streaming

Use this when a broadcaster is acquiring rights to communicate or broadcast creative work.

Step 2

Audit the contract clauses

Tick only the items that are clearly present in the contract. Leave uncertain terms unchecked.

CRBT revenue

0 of 2 confirmed

Author's share is at least 30% of net CRBT revenueS.39ACriticalPerformer's share is at least 30% of net CRBT revenueS.39ACritical

Accounting

0 of 3 confirmed

Net revenue or gross revenue is defined clearlyS.39A(4)HighRegular accounting and reporting obligations are includedS.39A(4)HighCreator has a right to audit the licensee's booksBest practiceMedium

Core contract

0 of 7 confirmed

Both parties are fully identified by name and addressS.13 / Reg.7CriticalThe work or catalogue covered is clearly identifiedS.13 / Reg.7CriticalSpecific rights being licensed or assigned are listedS.13 / Reg.7CriticalTerritory is specifiedS.13 / Reg.7HighDuration of the agreement is specifiedS.13 / Reg.7HighPayment terms, royalty rates, and schedule are statedS.13 / Reg.7CriticalStatutory reversion right is acknowledgedS.13A / Reg.7High

Registration

0 of 2 confirmed

Termination provisions are includedS.34MediumContract addresses URSB registration within 60 daysS.34High

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CRBT and Broadcasting Contract Audit Tool

Choose contract type

Audit the contract clauses

CRBT revenue

Accounting

Core contract

Registration

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Frequently asked questions

CRBT and Broadcasting Contract Audit Tool

Choose contract type

Audit the contract clauses

CRBT revenue

Accounting

Core contract

Registration

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Frequently asked questions

Does this tool read my actual contract document?

What does critical severity mean?

Can I use this for contracts signed before 2026?