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Disclaimer

Last Updated: 21-May-2026

The following disclaimer governs your use of Cold Case Archive, accessible at https://coldcasearchive.org. By accessing, browsing, or using any content published on this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined in this disclaimer.

Cold Case Archive is an independent, privately operated educational research platform. This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any law enforcement agency, government body, legal organization, judicial authority, or official investigative entity at any level — local, state, federal, or international.

If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, please discontinue use of this website immediately.

1. General Information Disclaimer

All content published on Cold Case Archive — including articles, case profiles, timelines, evidence summaries, investigative analyses, images, graphics, and any other material — is provided strictly for educational, informational, and public awareness purposes only.

The information presented on this website is intended to serve as a factual reference resource for readers interested in understanding criminal investigations, cold cases, unsolved crimes, and related topics. Nothing published on Cold Case Archive should be interpreted as:

  • Legal advice or legal opinion of any kind
  • Professional investigative guidance or consultation
  • Official law enforcement documentation or case records
  • Medical, forensic, or psychological assessment
  • An accusation, indictment, or determination of guilt against any individual
  • An endorsement or recommendation to take any specific action

Cold Case Archive makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information contained on this website. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

2. No Legal or Professional Advice

Cold Case Archive does not provide legal advice, legal services, or professional consultation of any nature. The content on this website is not intended to replace or substitute for advice from qualified legal professionals, licensed investigators, law enforcement personnel, or other relevant authorities.

If you require legal advice regarding any matter discussed on this website, you should consult a qualified attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction. If you have information related to an active criminal investigation, you should contact the appropriate law enforcement agency directly.

Cold Case Archive, its owner, contributors, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any decisions made or actions taken based on the information presented on this website.

3. Accuracy and Completeness of Information

Cold Case Archive is committed to presenting accurate, well-researched, and factually supported content. Our editorial team compiles information from verified public sources including official law enforcement records, public court filings, federal databases, medical examiner reports, credible news organizations, and historical archives.

However, despite our best efforts to maintain accuracy, we acknowledge that:

  • Information may change over time. Criminal investigations are dynamic. Case statuses, suspect information, evidence findings, and legal proceedings may change after an article has been published. While we make reasonable efforts to update published content, we cannot guarantee that every article reflects the most current state of an investigation at all times.
  • Sources may contain errors. We rely on third-party public sources for our research. While we cross-reference multiple sources whenever possible, we cannot independently verify every detail published by external agencies, news organizations, or government bodies.
  • Some details may be omitted. Certain case information may be sealed, redacted, classified, or otherwise unavailable to the public. The absence of specific details from an article does not imply that those details do not exist.
  • Interpretations may differ. In cases where official sources present conflicting information, we either note the discrepancy within the article or exclude the disputed detail. Our presentation of any case should not be considered a definitive or exhaustive account of all facts.

Cold Case Archive does not claim to have access to confidential or sealed records, and all published content is based solely on information that is publicly and legally accessible.

4. Presumption of Innocence

Cold Case Archive respects the fundamental legal principle of presumption of innocence. All individuals mentioned in connection with criminal investigations on this website are presumed innocent unless and until they have been proven guilty in a court of law through due legal process.

The use of terms such as “suspect,” “person of interest,” “accused,” or “alleged” throughout our content is intended to reflect the official language used by law enforcement and legal authorities. These terms do not imply guilt, criminal liability, or wrongdoing on the part of any named individual.

Any descriptions of criminal charges, arrests, indictments, or legal proceedings are based on publicly available official records and should not be construed as a determination or expression of guilt by Cold Case Archive.

5. No Encouragement of Vigilantism or Independent Investigation

Cold Case Archive explicitly and strongly discourages any form of vigilantism, independent investigation, personal confrontation, or unauthorized contact with any individual mentioned on this website. Our content is published for educational and awareness purposes only.

Readers must not:

  • Attempt to personally investigate any case described on this website
  • Approach, contact, confront, follow, or surveil any individual mentioned in any article
  • Share information about suspects or persons of interest in a manner intended to incite harassment, threats, or violence
  • Interfere with any active law enforcement investigation in any way
  • Take any action that could compromise the safety of yourself, the public, or the integrity of an ongoing investigation

If you possess information relevant to any case featured on Cold Case Archive, please contact the appropriate law enforcement agency using the official contact details provided within each article. Let trained professionals handle all investigative matters.

6. Sensitive Content Notice

Cold Case Archive covers subject matter related to criminal investigations, violent crimes, homicides, missing persons, serial offenders, and other inherently sensitive topics. While we make every effort to present this material in a respectful, dignified, and non-sensational manner, some readers may find certain content distressing or emotionally difficult.

Content Advisory: Articles on this website may contain descriptions of:

  • Criminal violence and its circumstances
  • Death and cause-of-death findings
  • Missing persons and unidentified remains
  • Psychological and behavioral analysis of offenders
  • Court proceedings and sentencing details

We recommend that readers exercise personal discretion when engaging with this content. If you or someone you know is affected by any issues discussed on this website, please reach out to an appropriate support service or mental health professional.

Crisis Resources:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (US): 988 (call or text)
  • Crisis Text Line (US): Text HOME to 741741
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline (US): 1-800-799-7233
  • Victims of Crime Resource Center: https://ovc.ojp.gov

7. Third-Party Links and External Resources

Cold Case Archive contains links to external websites including official law enforcement pages, government databases, court record repositories, news organizations, and victim assistance resources. These links are provided for reference and informational purposes only.

Cold Case Archive does not:

  • Control or manage the content of any external website
  • Guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or availability of any third-party content
  • Endorse, approve, or certify any external website, organization, or service
  • Accept responsibility for the privacy practices or data collection methods of any third-party site

We encourage all readers to review the terms of use and privacy policies of any external website before providing personal information or relying on its content.

8. Copyright and Intellectual Property

All original content published on Cold Case Archive — including written articles, case analyses, timelines, graphics, logos, and site design — is the intellectual property of Cold Case Archive and is protected under applicable copyright laws.

Permitted Uses:

  • You may share links to articles on Cold Case Archive for non-commercial, educational, or awareness purposes.
  • You may quote brief excerpts from articles with proper attribution and a direct link back to the original source.

Prohibited Uses:

  • Reproducing, republishing, or redistributing full articles or substantial portions of content without prior written permission.
  • Using any content from Cold Case Archive for commercial purposes without authorization.
  • Removing or altering any copyright notices, authorship attribution, or source credits.
  • Scraping, automated data collection, or systematic downloading of content from this website.

If you wish to use content from Cold Case Archive beyond what is described above, please contact us for permission.

9. Use of Images and Media

Images and media files published on Cold Case Archive may include:

  • Official public domain images sourced from law enforcement agencies, government databases, or public records
  • Editorial images used under applicable fair use provisions for educational and informational reporting
  • Original graphics and visual content created by Cold Case Archive

If you are the copyright holder of any image published on this website and believe it has been used without proper authorization or attribution, please contact us immediately. We will promptly review your request and take appropriate action, including removal or proper attribution.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Cold Case Archive, its owner, contributors, editors, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising from or in connection with:

  • Your use of or inability to use this website
  • Any reliance on information published on this website
  • Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in published content
  • Any actions taken or decisions made based on content found on this website
  • Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data transmissions
  • Any third-party content, links, or services referenced on this website

This limitation of liability applies regardless of whether the claim is based on warranty, contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if Cold Case Archive has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification

By using Cold Case Archive, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Cold Case Archive, its owner, contributors, editors, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of or access to this website
  • Your violation of any term of this disclaimer
  • Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
  • Any content or information you submit to this website
  • Any harm caused to a third party as a result of your use of this website

12. Changes to This Disclaimer

Cold Case Archive reserves the right to update, modify, or replace this disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

We recommend reviewing this disclaimer periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of Cold Case Archive after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised disclaimer.

13. Governing Law

This disclaimer and your use of Cold Case Archive shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from or related to this disclaimer or the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your City/State/Country].

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We take all inquiries seriously and aim to respond within a reasonable timeframe.