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Fair Use Doctrine

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The fair use doctrine is a legal concept in the United States that allows for limited use of copyrighted material without acquiring permission from the rights holder.

Key Features

  • Allows for the use of copyrighted material for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research
  • Balances the rights of copyright holders with the public interest in accessing information and fostering creativity
  • Based on a set of four factors used to determine if a particular use of copyrighted material qualifies as fair use

Pros

  • Promotes freedom of expression and creativity
  • Allows for the sharing and dissemination of information without hindering innovation
  • Provides a framework for balancing the rights of copyright holders with the public interest

Cons

  • Can be subjective and open to interpretation which may lead to legal disputes
  • Does not provide clear-cut guidelines on what constitutes fair use in every situation
  • May be abused by individuals seeking to profit off of copyrighted material

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