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Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using KnoxRecords.us. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by the terms outlined below. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue use of this site immediately.

Acceptance of Terms

By visiting, browsing, or otherwise using KnoxRecords.us ("the Site," "we," "us," or "our"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. It is your responsibility to review this page periodically for updates.

Nature of the Site and Information Provided

KnoxRecords.us is an informational resource designed to help individuals understand and navigate public records in Knox County and surrounding areas. The content published on this Site is intended for general informational purposes only.

The information provided on KnoxRecords.us may include, but is not limited to:

Guidance on how to access public records
Explanations of public records laws and regulations
Descriptions of government agencies and their record-keeping functions
General educational content related to public records requests

KnoxRecords.us is not a government agency, law firm, or official public records repository. We do not provide legal advice, and nothing on this Site should be construed as such. For official public records, users are encouraged to contact the appropriate government offices directly.

Accuracy and Completeness of Information

While we make every reasonable effort to ensure that the information published on KnoxRecords.us is accurate, current, and complete, we make no warranties or representations of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content on the Site.

Public records laws, procedures, and agency contact information are subject to change. KnoxRecords.us does not guarantee that all information is up to date at the time of your visit. Users should independently verify any information obtained from this Site before relying on it for any purpose.

Permitted Use

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use KnoxRecords.us for personal, non-commercial informational purposes only. You agree not to:

Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, state, or federal laws
Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any portion of the Site without our express written permission
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its related systems
Use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or similar technologies to collect data from the Site
Transmit any harmful, offensive, or disruptive content through the Site
Misrepresent your identity or affiliation when using the Site

Any unauthorized use of the Site may result in the termination of your access and may expose you to civil or criminal liability.

Disclaimer of Warranties

KnoxRecords.us is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components
Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content

Your use of the Site is entirely at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, KnoxRecords.us, its owners, operators, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content.

This includes, without limitation, damages resulting from:

Reliance on information provided on the Site
Errors or omissions in the content
Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Any other matter relating to the Site

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you in their entirety.

Third-Party Links and Resources

KnoxRecords.us may contain links to third-party websites, government portals, or external resources for your convenience. These links are provided solely as a service and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation with the linked sites.

We have no control over the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party websites. We are not responsible for any content, products, services, or information found on external sites. Accessing third-party links is done entirely at your own risk, and we encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Intellectual Property

All content on KnoxRecords.us, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, and page layouts, is the property of KnoxRecords.us or its content providers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, or publicly display any content from this Site without our prior written consent. Requests for permission to use Site content may be submitted through our contact page.

Privacy

Your use of KnoxRecords.us is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms and Conditions by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless KnoxRecords.us and its owners, operators, employees, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

Your use of or access to the Site
Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
Any content you submit or transmit through the Site

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under or related to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Knox County, Tennessee.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or severed from these terms if modification is not possible. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and KnoxRecords.us with respect to your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, or representations relating to the same subject matter.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through the contact form available on the Site. We will make every reasonable effort to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.

By continuing to use KnoxRecords.us, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.