Access and Use
Copyright Status
Between 1960 and 1968 copyright in the unpublished writings of William O. Douglas in Part I of these papers and in other collections of papers in the custody of the Library of Congress was dedicated to the public as each installment was given to the Library. Copyright in the unpublished writings of William O. Douglas in Part II and III of these papers is controlled by the executors of his estate.
Access and Restrictions
The papers of William O. Douglas are open to research. Many collections are stored off-site and advance notice is needed to retrieve these items for research use. Researchers are advised to contact the Manuscript Reading Room prior to visiting.
Security Classified Documents
Government regulations control the use of classified material in this collection. Manuscript Division staff can furnish information concerning access to and use of classified items.