You have a right to cite any resource you use. It does not matter who authored it or who distributes it. That does not mean you have a right to distribute the content. Check the copyright.
Merely linking to a document that is publicly accessible, unless you entered into an agreement not to, is not illegal. Downloading and then redistributing the content could be a violation.
Disclaimer I am not a lawyer and am offering advice on the premise that if you have a reason to believe your actions could violate a law then you will seek the advise of a lawyer.
SpaceLifeForm
in reply to Sophie Schmieg • • •Unus Nemo
in reply to Sophie Schmieg • •@Sophie Schmieg
You have a right to cite any resource you use. It does not matter who authored it or who distributes it. That does not mean you have a right to distribute the content. Check the copyright.
Merely linking to a document that is publicly accessible, unless you entered into an agreement not to, is not illegal. Downloading and then redistributing the content could be a violation.
Disclaimer I am not a lawyer and am offering advice on the premise that if you have a reason to believe your actions could violate a law then you will seek the advise of a lawyer.