The Copyright & Fair Use Web site provides ACC faculty, staff, and students with information to help them understand and comply with the United States copyright laws. While this site provides information about copyright laws, it should not be intended or construed as legal advice. We recommend you consult an attorney if you want professional assurance that the information on this site and your interpretation of it, is appropriate to your particular situation.

Copyright Information

U.S. Copyright Office Updates

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• Guidelines from Association of Research Libraries

  • Code of Best Practices in Fair Use For Academics and Research Libraries (PDF)

• Copyright @ ACC

  • Compliance Statement
  • Copyright Ownership: Scope of Policy
  • Copyright Administrative Rules
  • Software and Copyright
  • Course Packs and Copyright

• Guidelines for Using Content

  • Digital Content
  • Photocopy
  • Video and Broadcast Recordings
  • Electronics Reserves
  • Student Material
  • Web site Content and Permissions
  • Copying Music

• Understanding Copyright Laws

  • Copyright Law Overview
  • Fair Use Overview
  • Teach Act
  • Public Domain
  • DMCA

• Resources

  • Digital Information Law Resources
  • Copyright Agreement Forms
  • Workshops and Tutorials
  • Getting Copyright Permission
  • Copyright Database Searches
  • Copyright Clearance Center
  • The Copyright Office