What are CMUs policies regarding copyright infringement?
It depends on what type of letter is received. Take down notice: 1st incident – letter is forwarded 2nd incident – letter is forwarded; student may be referred to the Office of Student Life; and all incidents become part of the student’s record. There are usually fines and probations related to these incidents. 3rd or repeated incidents – Same as second but increased fines and possible dismissal from CMU. Pre-litigation letter: 1st incident – same as 2nd incident above 2nd incident – same as 3rd incident above Preservation notice: All incidents – records are preserved for 6 months Copyright infringement is also referred to in the following policies: • Computing and Networking Resources Policy: Section III G-J • Student Code of Conduct: 3.2.18 computer Abuse or 3.2.
