If I'm writing a book can use my ex's real name or do I need permission from his family to tell his story even though he is deceased?
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I married someone who had been in prison 13 years and led a campaign for his release. The governor granted his release as he was wrongfully convicted. We later divorced and still later he was murdered. I want to write a book geared toward why women do and should not get involved with inmates but it would tell his story. I need to know if I have to have permission of any kind from any family members and if I am allowed to use his real name. Using his real name would allow me to make use of a lot of media promotion of the book because there was extensive media coverage.
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No you do not need any permission from his family if what is in the book is public information. Your ex's name is public information. There is nothing to hide. I assume your story is based on your personal knowledge so you have control of it.
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