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1. Not a Government Website
🚨 Public-Record.org Is NOT a Government Agency or Government Website
Public-Record.org is an independent, privately-owned and operated informational website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to any federal, state, county, municipal, or local government agency, department, office, or entity in the United States or any other country.
The name “Public-Record.org” refers to the type of information we write about (public records) — it does not indicate or imply any government status, government endorsement, or official authority. Any perceived similarity between our website name and any government entity is unintentional.
We do not create, maintain, manage, certify, or have custody of any government records. We do not issue official documents such as birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, court records, criminal background reports, or property deeds. We are an educational resource that guides users to the official government offices and websites where these records can be obtained directly.
2. Not Legal, Professional, or Financial Advice
⚖️ No Attorney-Client Relationship
Nothing published on Public-Record.org constitutes legal advice, professional counsel, financial guidance, or a recommendation for any specific course of action. No attorney-client relationship, fiduciary relationship, or professional advisory relationship is created by your use of this website.
The information on this site is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. Public records laws, access procedures, fees, and regulations vary significantly between states, counties, and municipalities — and they change frequently. What applies in one jurisdiction may not apply in another.
If you need advice about a specific legal situation — including but not limited to criminal record expungement, court proceedings, property disputes, custody matters, background check rights, or FOIA/public records requests — you should consult a licensed attorney in the relevant jurisdiction who can provide advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
3. Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Notice
🚫 FCRA Compliance — Prohibited Uses
Public-Record.org is NOT a consumer reporting agency as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), 15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq., and the information available on this website does not constitute a “consumer report” as defined by the FCRA.
You may NOT use information obtained from or through this website — or any third-party service linked from this website — for the following purposes:
If you require a consumer report or background check for any FCRA-regulated purpose, you must use a licensed Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) that complies with all applicable provisions of the FCRA.
4. Accuracy & Information Limitations
📄 Information May Not Be Current or Complete
While we make significant efforts to verify all information published on this website — including government URLs, phone numbers, physical addresses, fee schedules, and procedures — we cannot guarantee that every data point is accurate, current, or error-free at all times.
Government agencies frequently update their websites, change phone numbers, restructure URLs, modify fee schedules, relocate offices, update application procedures, and redesign online portals — often without advance public notice. Information that was accurate at the time of our last verification may have since changed.
For these reasons:
We Strongly Recommend:
➤ Always verify critical information directly with the relevant official government agency (county clerk, state court system, vital records office, etc.) before making important decisions, submitting applications, or relying on any data found on this website.
➤ Do not rely solely on this website as your only source of information for time-sensitive or legally significant matters.
➤ Check the “Last Updated” date on any article to assess how recently the information was reviewed by our editorial team.
Public-Record.org, its owners, operators, writers, editors, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or outdated information published on this site, nor for any actions taken or decisions made based on information obtained from this website.
5. Not a Background Check Provider
🔎 We Do Not Provide Background Check Reports
Public-Record.org does not conduct background checks, people searches, criminal record searches, or any form of investigative service. We do not maintain a database of personal records. We do not provide search results, reports, or records of any kind about any individual.
Our website provides educational guides that explain how and where to access public records through official government channels. Some pages on our site may contain links or widgets from third-party background check or people search services. These are independent third-party services — not operated by us — and their use is subject to their own terms of service, privacy policies, and FCRA compliance obligations.
6. Third-Party Links & Affiliate Disclosure
🔗 External Links Disclaimer
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We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, security, or availability of any third-party website. Once you leave Public-Record.org by clicking an external link, you are subject to the terms and policies of that third-party website.
💰 Affiliate Relationship Disclosure
Public-Record.org participates in affiliate programs with third-party people search and background check services. When you click on certain links or widgets on our site and complete a purchase or sign up for a paid service, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate links are identified with appropriate disclosures and use rel="nofollow noopener sponsored" HTML attributes. Our affiliate relationships do not influence the factual educational content, official government links, or step-by-step instructions published on this website. For complete details, see our Editorial Policy.
7. User Responsibility & Permitted Use
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8. Limitation of Liability
📜 No Warranties
Public-Record.org and all content published herein are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, completeness, or non-infringement.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Public-Record.org, its owners, operators, employees, contractors, writers, editors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages — including but not limited to loss of data, loss of revenue, loss of opportunity, or personal harm — arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, this website or any information obtained from it, regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise), even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
9. Quick Reference Summary
| Statement | Status |
|---|---|
| Public-Record.org is a government website | ✗ NO — We are a private, independent website |
| We are affiliated with any government agency | ✗ NO — Zero government affiliation |
| We provide legal advice | ✗ NO — Consult a licensed attorney |
| We are a consumer reporting agency (CRA) | ✗ NO — Not governed by FCRA as a CRA |
| We conduct background checks or people searches | ✗ NO — We are an educational guide only |
| We host or store government records | ✗ NO — We link to official sources |
| We provide educational public records guides | ✓ YES — With verified official links |
| Our content is human-reviewed for accuracy | ✓ YES — Every article is fact-checked |
| We disclose affiliate relationships | ✓ YES — Full transparency |
| We link to official .gov sources as primary references | ✓ YES — Government sources first, always |
10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
This Disclaimer and your use of Public-Record.org shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which the website operator resides, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from or related to your use of this website shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of competent jurisdiction, as determined by applicable law.
If any provision of this Disclaimer is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
11. Changes to This Disclaimer
We reserve the right to update or modify this Disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this page. The “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page indicates the most recent revision. Your continued use of Public-Record.org after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.
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