Legal Issues

This factsheet, written with guidance from legal counsel considers how data submitted to TurnitinUK is used, and the contractual implications for all parties involved. It also considers use and retention of data in relation to the Freedom of Information Act.

This factsheet, written with guidance from legal counsel considers use of TurnitinUK in relation to UK copyright legislation. It includes a suggested approach for institutions, and an example clause for use in student contracts.

Useful resources and links compiled and documented by Susannah Hanlon of Northumbria University

Moral Rights, unlike copyrights, are not transferable and therefore always remain with the creator, even if the creator has chosen to assign his or her copyright in the material to a third party.

A PowerPoint presentation discussing the legal issues surrounding plagiarism and copyright.

The Information Commissioner's Office promotes access to official information and protect individuals personal information.