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Peer reviewedFalsone, Anne Marie – Journal of Library Administration, 1986
Traces the events that led to the passage of Colorado's Confidentiality of Library Records Law. The growing national trend to protect patron records is also discussed, and practical suggestions for librarians to use in dealing with privacy laws are provided. (EM)
Descriptors: Compliance (Legal), Confidential Records, Disclosure, Intellectual Freedom
Direct linkAustin, Brice; Byrne, Tim; Miller, Ann; Riberdy, Michael; Williams, Curt – Journal of Access Services, 2004
Since the U.S.A. PATRIOT Act was signed into law in October, 2001, library administrators have become increasingly concerned that staff-especially student employees-continue to protect the confidentiality of patron records. Administrators have also become increasingly concerned that when law enforcement officials provide paperwork giving them…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Confidentiality, Law Enforcement, Library Services
