limited publication

limited publication
A publication which communicates the contents of a manuscript or other intellectual production to a definitely selected group and for a limited purpose, and without the right of diffusion, reproduction, distribution, or sale, or under conditions which expressly or impliedly preclude its dedication to the public. 18 Am J2d Copyr § 79. Prior to publication an author may, without forfeiture of the right of a general publication, make copies of his production and enjoy the benefit of limited or restricted publication, such as performance of a dramatic or musical composition before a select audience, or private circulation of a manuscript. Stanley v Columbia Broadcasting System, 35 Cal 2d 653, 221 P2d 73, 23 ALR2d 216.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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