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Federal Judge Bans Counterfeit Springsteen Merchandise Near Concerts

4/16/2026

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On April 13, a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction to seize counterfeit Bruce Springsteen merchandise.
The order, requested by Merch Traffic, covers a four-mile radius around venues for four hours.
Bootleggers are identified as “John Does” selling unauthorized merchandise.
The Springsteen and E Street Band tour began March 31 in Minneapolis.
The next show is April 20 in Newark and the injunction protects trademarks in use for 50 years.

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Story summary

On April 13, a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction to seize counterfeit Bruce Springsteen merchandise.
The order, requested by Merch Traffic, covers a four-mile radius around venues for four hours.
Bootleggers are identified as “John Does” selling unauthorized merchandise.
The Springsteen and E Street Band tour began March 31 in Minneapolis.
The next show is April 20 in Newark and the injunction protects trademarks in use for 50 years.