Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Welcome to SurryRecords.us
Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using SurryRecords.us (the "Site"). By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions in their entirety. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must discontinue use of this Site immediately.
About This Site
SurryRecords.us is an informational resource designed to help individuals learn about and navigate public records in Surry County and surrounding areas. The information provided on this Site is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. SurryRecords.us is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any government agency, county office, or official public records repository.
Acceptance of Terms
By visiting, browsing, or otherwise using SurryRecords.us, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.
We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace any part of these Terms and Conditions at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms and Conditions periodically.
Informational Purposes Only
All content published on SurryRecords.us, including but not limited to articles, guides, directories, links, and descriptions related to public records, is provided strictly for informational purposes. Nothing on this Site constitutes legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is formed through your use of this Site.
Public records laws, procedures, and availability are subject to change. While we make reasonable efforts to keep information current and accurate, SurryRecords.us makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information on the Site.
Users are strongly encouraged to verify all information independently by contacting the appropriate government offices, agencies, or qualified legal professionals before making any decisions based on content found on this Site.
No Official Government Affiliation
SurryRecords.us is a privately operated informational website. We are not a government entity, and we do not represent any county clerk's office, court system, law enforcement agency, or any other official body. Any references to government agencies, offices, or records systems are made solely for informational and navigational purposes.
Official public records requests must be submitted directly to the appropriate government authority. SurryRecords.us does not process, fulfill, or facilitate official public records requests on behalf of any government agency.
Permitted Use
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this Site for personal, non-commercial informational purposes only. You agree not to use this Site for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Site or interfere with any other party's use of the Site.
Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Using any information obtained from this Site to harass, stalk, threaten, or harm any individual
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its related systems
- Scraping, crawling, or using automated tools to collect data from the Site without prior written permission
- Reproducing, distributing, or republishing Site content for commercial purposes without express written consent
- Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation when using the Site
- Using public records information obtained through this Site in violation of applicable federal, state, or local laws
Accuracy of Public Records Information
Public records information referenced or described on this Site may include property records, court records, vital records, criminal records, business filings, and other documents maintained by government agencies. SurryRecords.us does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any such information.
Records can change, be expunged, be sealed, or otherwise become unavailable. Information that was accurate at the time of publication may no longer reflect current records. Users should always consult official sources for the most up-to-date and authoritative information.
Third-Party Links and Resources
SurryRecords.us may contain links to third-party websites, government portals, databases, and external resources. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party websites.
Accessing third-party links is done entirely at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit. SurryRecords.us is not liable for any damages or losses arising from your use of third-party websites or resources.
Privacy and Personal Information
Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect information you provide or that is collected through your use of the Site. By using SurryRecords.us, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy.
Please be aware that public records, by their nature, may contain personal information about individuals. Users of this Site are responsible for ensuring that any use of public records information complies with all applicable privacy laws, including but not limited to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), where applicable.
Disclaimer of Warranties
SurryRecords.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, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant that any information on the Site is accurate, complete, or current.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, SurryRecords.us, its owners, operators, employees, agents, 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, this Site or its content.
This includes, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, loss of data, loss of goodwill, personal injury, property damage, or any other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SurryRecords.us and its owners, operators, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Site, your violation of these Terms and Conditions, or your violation of any rights of another person or entity.
Intellectual Property
All content on SurryRecords.us, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and the overall design and layout of the Site, is the property of SurryRecords.us or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any content from this Site without our prior written permission, except as expressly permitted under these Terms and Conditions.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms and Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Surry County, North Carolina.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if modification is not possible, it shall be severed from these Terms and Conditions. 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 SurryRecords.us with respect to your use of the Site and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, agreements, and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter herein.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through the contact form available on this Site. We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.
Your continued use of SurryRecords.us signifies your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions and any future modifications thereto.