Copyright Holders Pursue Digital Piracy Through IP Address Identification in New York Case
Brooklyn, NY – August 12, 2025 – In a notable development within the ongoing legal battles against online copyright infringement, Strike 3 Holdings, LLC has been granted permission by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York to identify a John Doe subscriber associated with a specific IP address. The court’s order, published today, allows the copyright holder to pursue legal action against individuals believed to be unlawfully distributing copyrighted material.
The case, docketed as 1:25-cv-04221, centers on allegations of copyright infringement, specifically related to adult films distributed by Strike 3 Holdings, LLC. In the digital age, identifying individuals engaged in online piracy often begins with their unique Internet Protocol (IP) addresses. These addresses act as digital identifiers, akin to a street address for a physical location, for devices connected to the internet.
Strike 3 Holdings, LLC, like many copyright owners, has been actively working to combat what it views as widespread unauthorized downloading and sharing of its content. To that end, the company has been monitoring internet activity and has identified the IP address 108.41.18.5 as being linked to the alleged infringement.
The recent court order signifies a crucial step in this process. By obtaining permission from the court to seek information from the relevant Internet Service Provider (ISP), Strike 3 Holdings, LLC aims to unmask the identity of the “John Doe” subscriber to whom this IP address was assigned at the time of the alleged infringement. Once the subscriber is identified, the copyright holder can then proceed with filing a formal complaint and pursuing legal remedies, which may include seeking damages for the alleged copyright violations.
This type of legal action, often referred to as a “John Doe lawsuit,” is a common strategy employed by copyright holders in cases where the identities of alleged infringers are initially unknown. It allows for the necessary investigative steps to be taken before a formal accusation can be made against a named individual.
The ruling underscores the evolving legal landscape surrounding digital copyright and the mechanisms available to copyright holders to protect their intellectual property in the online sphere. It highlights the intersection of technology, law, and the ongoing efforts to address the challenges posed by digital piracy. As the case progresses, it will be interesting to observe the proceedings and their implications for online copyright enforcement.
25-4221 – Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. John Doe subscriber assigned IP address 108.41.18.5
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