The Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17 U.S. Code 108(f) (1) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material.
Use of the photocopier or printer is expected to comply with United States laws governing copyrighted materials, especially being aware of what constitutes “fair use" in an academic setting.
“Fair use” is used in an academic setting and allows copying privileges not available to everyone. However, going beyond these privileges is a crime as you are in effect stealing the intellectual property and the revenues of the original author or creator. Abuse of “fair use” privileges is punishable by law and may result in severe fines.