Copyright - UMA & OCLS

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The Libraries of the University of Maine System comply with all Copyright Laws of the United States, and encourage appropriate use of our materials under the doctrine of Fair Use.

This guide offers general information and guidance, as well as preliminary instructions and contact information.

While the information on this site cannot be construed as legal advice, we hope that it does offer value in assessing and navigating the sometimes confusing legal implications of using copyright material in the 21st century.  

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Accessibility Statement
The University provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities upon request. Any person with a disability who needs accommodations for a workshop should contact UMA Libraries at uma.library@maine.edu to submit a request. Due to the lead-time needed to arrange certain accommodations, individuals should submit their request no later 1 week before the event.