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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:
Money
Bonds or other certificates of indebtedness
Certificates of Deposit
Internal Revenue Stamps (canceled or uncanceled)
Selective Service or draft papers
Passports
United States/Canadian Postage Stamps (canceled or uncanceled)
Food Stamps
Immigration Papers
Checks or drafts drawn by Governmental agencies
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.