The Threat to Library Circulation Records: A Case Study.

Rubin, Richard

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ERIC Number: EJ307150

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Publication Date: 1984

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The Threat to Library Circulation Records: A Case Study.

Rubin, Richard

Library Journal, v109 n14 p1602-06 Sep 1 1984

Relates experiences of public library in dealing with request for circulation records of inmate residing in county jail. Library policy, law and the prosecutor, preparing defense for refusal to comply with request, public relations, consequences of court appeals, and making the decision to comply with subpoena are discussed. (9 refernces) (EJS)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Compliance (Legal), Confidential Records, Confidentiality, Court Litigation, Disclosure, Intellectual Freedom, Legal Problems, Library Circulation, Library Policy, Public Libraries, Public Relations

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Legal/Legislative/Regulatory Materials; Opinion Papers; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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