CVIC Terms of Service
Effective Date: June 24, 2025
Welcome to CVIC (Central Valley Incident Center). By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.
1. Description of Services
CVIC is a media and emergency news organization committed to documenting and reporting on emergency incidents, first responder activity, and public safety events throughout the Central Valley. Our services include the publication of photographs, videos, and written reports across digital platforms.
2. User Responsibilities
You must be at least 18 years old, or have parental or guardian consent to use our services.
You agree not to misuse the website or services, including but not limited to: unauthorized access, data scraping, impersonation, or any activity that interferes with site functionality.
Content shared with CVIC (photos, videos, or reports) must be original or properly credited, and you must have full rights to distribute such content.
You agree not to impersonate CVIC staff, law enforcement, emergency personnel, or affiliated organizations.
3. Intellectual Property
All content produced by CVIC—including photographs, video, articles, branding, and logos—is the exclusive property of CVIC and is protected under U.S. copyright law.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or alter CVIC content without written permission.
Content submitted to CVIC may be used in our reporting, social media, publications, and marketing materials, with credit given to the original contributor.
4. Accuracy and Liability
CVIC aims to provide timely, accurate, and verified information, but we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of every report.
Users are responsible for how they interpret or act upon information we publish.
CVIC is not liable for any damages, losses, or actions resulting from reliance on our content or the use of our services.
5. Third-Party Links and Content
Our website and platforms may contain links to third-party content or websites.
CVIC does not control, endorse, or take responsibility for third-party sites or their content.
6. Privacy Policy
CVIC respects and protects user privacy.
Any personal information collected is handled according to our Privacy Policy, which details how data is collected, stored, and used.
7. Termination of Service
CVIC reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to our services at any time, with or without notice, for violations of these Terms or for any unlawful or abusive activity.
8. Modifications to Terms
CVIC may modify or update these Terms at any time.
Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
9. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or legal inquiries related to these Terms of Service, please contact us at: