You can put tape or foil over the words do not duplicate but it s not necessary.
Do not duplicate key copy.
Ditto if you put one of those key decorative things on the key head or decorative tape where do not duplicate is stamped the regular key folks will not check and just make the key for 1 50 like usual.
These keys provide a higher level of security than unrestricted keys even those stamped do not duplicate because they are more difficult to copy.
For businesses aiming to control the number of copies available a restricted key may be the right choice.
There are also a few stores where you can get a copy of do not duplicate keys.
Our policy is that we will duplicate ordinary keys that say do not duplicate if the person is willing to sign a simple form stating that they have the authority to get a copy.
To by the rights to copy some systems costs tens of thousands of dollars.
Nowadays it s quite popular to see a key with a do not duplicate stamp on them and people often wonder whether it is illegal to copy a key with such a mark.
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It may even be necessary to contact the original locksmith seeing as how they ll need special instructions and likely equipment from the manufacturer to complete the service.
Assa abloy protect system is an example.
If you find yourself needing to make a copy of a do not duplicate key that is restricted your locksmith will likely ask that you provide proper documentation allowing you to do so.
Restricted keys do not copy keys are protected by a patent.
1 75 x 1 25 inches overall.
The locksmith also has to have the rights to copy the system.
You must be a registered signatory to allow the key to be cut.
Not all locksmiths can copy all keys.
All five true value hardware locations we contacted said they would be able to make a copy of a key marked do not duplicate provided they have the right key blanks to use.
These words stamped on an ordinary key to an ordinary lock are merely a request to the key hold not to make copies.
A do not duplicate key or dnd key for short is one that has been stamped do not duplicate duplication prohibited or similar by a locksmith or manufacturer as a passive deterrent to discourage a retail key cutting service from duplicating a key without authorization or without contacting the locksmith or manufacturer who originally cut the key.
To answer these questions we must first clarify that there are two types of do not duplicate keys whereas the first group can hardly be copied while the second requires little to no efforts at all.
There are no laws or controls in place that prevents these keys from being made.
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