Terms of Use

Effective Date: February 13, 2026

Welcome to Mendocino Patriot. By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use the site.

1. Use of the Site

• You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent.
• You agree not to use the site for unlawful purposes, harass others, or interfere with site operation.

2. Intellectual Property

All content (articles, images, text) is owned by Mendocino Patriot or its licensors and protected by copyright. You may view and share content for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution and a link to the original article. Republication requires written permission.

3. User Comments and Content

The Mendocino Patriot comments section is open to the public. No registration or signup is required.

We are committed to free expression and do not censor or moderate comments based on viewpoint, opinion, or political content. We will only remove comments or take action when clearly required by law (e.g., direct threats, child exploitation material, or court orders).

Any views, opinions, or statements in comments are solely those of the individual poster and do not reflect the views, opinions, or endorsements of Mendocino Patriot, its owners, editors, or staff. We disclaim all liability for user-generated content.

By posting a comment, you engage entirely at your own risk. Interactions in the comments section may expose you to offensive, harmful, or inaccurate content. We strongly recommend using a pseudonym rather than your real name to protect your privacy and safety.

You represent that your comments are original, do not infringe third-party rights, and comply with applicable law. You grant Mendocino Patriot a perpetual, royalty-free license to display, host, and distribute your comments.

Prohibited Conduct (kept minimal):

• Do not post content that is clearly illegal (e.g., direct threats of violence, child sexual abuse material, or spam).
• Do not attempt to disrupt the site (e.g., DDoS, malware).

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

The site and content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mendocino Patriot shall not be liable for any damages arising from user comments or interactions in the comments section.

6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify us against claims arising from your violation of these Terms.

7. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by California law. Disputes shall be resolved in Mendocino County courts.

8. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms; continued use constitutes acceptance.

9. Contact

Questions? Email: contact@mendopatriot.com