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Legal limitations for copying

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Color reproductions of certain documents are illegal and may result in either criminal or civil 
liability. This memorandum is intended to be a guide rather than a complete listing of every 
possible prohibition. In case of doubt, we suggest that you check with counsel as to any particular 
questionable documents.

The following documents issued by the United States/Canadian Government or any of its 
Agencies may not be copied:

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Money

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Bonds or other certificates of indebtedness

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Certificates of Deposit

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Internal Revenue Stamps (canceled or uncanceled)

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Selective Service or draft papers

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Passports

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United States/Canadian Postage Stamps (canceled or uncanceled)

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Food Stamps

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Immigration Papers

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Checks or drafts drawn by Governmental agencies

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Identifying badges or insignias

Copyrighted works cannot be copied. Sections of a copyrighted work can be copied for ‘fair use.’ 
Multiple copies would indicate improper use.

Works of art should be considered the equivalent of copyrighted works.

Licenses and Certificates of Title to motor vehicles may not be copied under certain 
state/provincial laws.