What is the impact of the "fair use" doctrine on printing copies?
The doctrine of "fair use" permits reproduction for scholarship and research (among other certain restricted uses), i.e., where we as a society think our general welfare is increased by making information publicly available and useable. This doctrine stops the moment any commercial interest gets involved; so as soon as your use of the copy starts creating any profit from making the copy, you are no longer protected by this safe haven. It's guaranteed that you will run into trouble when you make multiple copies and then use these copies in your trade or business - ask for permission before using in any commercial setting.
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