Terms of Use

Effective Date: 1/31/25

Welcome to Crime Authority (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

1. Purpose of the Website

Crime Authority is a news and informational website that reports on crime, law enforcement activity, court proceedings, public records, and related topics of public interest. All content is provided for informational and journalistic purposes only.

Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, professional advice, or an official statement from any law enforcement or government agency.

2. Accuracy and Developing Stories

Crime Authority strives for accuracy and responsible reporting. However:

Crime stories often involve ongoing investigations
Information may change as new facts become available
Early reports may rely on law enforcement statements, court records, or public filings

We do not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or free from error at all times. Content may be updated, corrected, or clarified without notice.

3. Allegations and Presumption of Innocence

Unless stated otherwise through official court outcomes:

Individuals mentioned are presumed innocent
Reports may include allegations, charges, or accusations
Coverage does not imply guilt or wrongdoing

Crime Authority does not determine legal responsibility or verdicts.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website — including articles, text, graphics, logos, branding, and original images — is the property of Crime Authority or its content partners unless otherwise stated.

You may not:

Copy, reproduce, republish, or redistribute content without permission
Scrape or automate data collection from the site
Use content for commercial purposes without written consent

Limited sharing for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution is permitted.

5. User Conduct

By using this site, you agree not to:

Use the website for unlawful purposes
Attempt to disrupt, hack, or interfere with site functionality
Misrepresent information from Crime Authority
Impersonate individuals or organizations
Use content to harass, threaten, or defame others

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access if misuse occurs.

6. Third-Party Links and Content

Crime Authority may link to third-party websites, sources, or social media platforms for reference or attribution.

We are not responsible for:

The accuracy of third-party content
Privacy practices of external sites
Any damages resulting from third-party links

Use of external websites is at your own risk.

7. Advertising and Sponsored Content

Crime Authority may display advertisements, sponsored content, or affiliate links. Advertising partners may use cookies or tracking technologies in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Editorial decisions are not influenced by advertisers.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Crime Authority is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

Accuracy or reliability of content
Availability or uninterrupted access
Suitability for any particular purpose

Your use of the site is at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Crime Authority shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

Use of or reliance on site content
Errors or omissions in reporting
Temporary unavailability of the website

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States and the applicable laws of the state in which Crime Authority operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.