CMC Home

NOTE: Information on this and other pages will soon be taken offline as this site will be closing. Click here for details.

Copyright Quickguide!
nav btn

Fair-Use
Issues

nav btn

Permissions Information
nav btn

Copyright
Ownership

nav btn


 

 

Introduction to Permission Letters

Prepared by the:

Copyright Management Center
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
530 West New York Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202-3225
(317) 274-4400

July 26, 2000

The following letters are to be used as sample model letters and not form letters. While some of these letters may apply to your individual situation, they should also be examined and modified to fit the specifics of your request. Merely copying one of these letters word for word is not recommended. Take the time to look these over and feel free to modify them to fit your needs. *Please note-items in brackets "[ ]" are indicators that you should provide the proper information as suggested by the text within the brackets.

The letters also suggest that you send two copies to the rightsholder. One to be sent back and one to be kept for the rightsholder's records. Additionally, it is suggested that you send a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) with your request. If you choose not to include a copy of the request and/or a SASE, then you will need to change your letter accordingly.

The following are the types of model letters included:
Specific requests for permission for:

 

 

The Copyright Management Center is not part of University Counsel and is not legal counsel to the university or to any members of the university community. A mission of the CMC is to provide information and education services to help members of the community better address their needs. The information received from the CMC is not legal advice. Individuals and organizations should consult their own attorneys.

     

Copyright © 2002-2006 Indiana University