All researchers must sign a statement of compliance with archives policies and procedures, including those concerning document integrity, fair use, copyright, and publication. Individual documents are provided by the archives staff and must be used under staff supervision. All materials, particularly fragile documents, must be handled with special care. No document may be marked, folded, traced, or altered in any way. No materials may be taken from the premises.
Photocopies are available when documents can be copied without damage.
Photocopies and reproductions are made solely for the purpose of private study, scholarship, or research. Researchers assume full responsibility for obtaining required permissions to publish materials protected by copyright. Permission to reproduce or publish archives materials in their entirety or a substantial portion thereof requires the written authorization of the chancellor. Permission to cite consulted materials is included in the agreement to use the archives and is governed by scholarly practice and copyright. Written consent to publish or reproduce materials does not restrict the archdiocese's right to publish the same materials or allow others to do so.