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5/20/2013
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UCF Libraries Copyright Decision Tree

Note: Judgment about copyright compliance rests with the individual. However, the Library reserves the right to refuse items for Reserves if copyright is in question. Please contact the Office of the General Counsel with copyright questions.

  • Is the content in the public domain?
  • Is the content a government publication?
  • Is copyright owned by the faculty member or UCF?
  • Does the faculty or university have a license that allows placement on reserves?
  • Does the faculty have written permission from the copyright owner?
 → If the answer to any of these is YES

No copyright issues. Material may be placed on reserve.
↓
NO
Does this use pass the Fair Use Test?
  • Character
  • Nature
  • Portion
  • Effect
→ YES →

Material can be placed on reserve.
↓
NO
Is the use spontaneous? → YES →

Material can be placed on reserve for a short period.
↓
NO
  • Obtain permission from the copyright holder.
  • Find an alternative source of content.
  • Seek advice from the Office of the General Counsel.