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Copyright & Plagiarism

Some Simple Rules to Follow to Avoid Copyright Infringement

  • If you didn't create it or obtain rights, you don't own it.
  • If you don't own it, you can't copy or distribute it.
  • The author or owner must explicitly relinquish rights for a work to be placed in the public domain.
  • Fair use allows copying of small portions of a work without the owner's permission for criticism, education, and news reporting.
  • When in doubt, ask for permission to use a work

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