Repeatable:

Yes

See the Additional Detail note below.

Recommended Data Entry Type:

Free-text entry or URI

This information could also be noted as a URL linking to a rights statement (such as a Creative Commons license).

Recommended/default values:

1 - For items in the public domain:

“This item is in the public domain, i.e., not protected by copyright, and has been produced by Emory University Libraries and Information Technology Services.”[1]

2- For items reproduced with permission from the rights holder:

“This item is reproduced by permission of [insert name of person or organization granting permission]. Information regarding the reproduction and use of this resource may be obtained by contacting [insert name of person or organization granting permission].”

3 - For all other items, it is recommended to contact the Scholarly Communications Office (scholcomm@listserv.cc.emory.edu) for guidance on the appropriate rights statement language.

Additional detail:

Please note: The institution can be held legally accountable for accuracy of all public rights statements. No representation of public domain status should be made without certainty that such representation is accurate.

Some schemas require context to be added to a rights entry, such as whether or not the note refers to information about the copyright holder, or if it focuses specifically on conditions for use and access.

Where can I get help?

Contact the Scholarly Communications Office at scholcomm@listserv.cc.emory.edu for assistance with determining appropriate rights.

How do I know if something is in the public domain?

The Copyright Term and The Public Domain in the United States website provides a chart with detailed criteria for what is considered public domain.

Links and Resources:

Emory University Libraries – Copyright Services