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Terms of Use


Effective Date: November 2025
Last Updated: November 2025


Welcome to BanPublicLandTrappingMN.com (the “Site”), operated by BanPublicLandTrappingMN.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing or using this Site, you (“you,” “your,” or “User”) agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”).
If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.


1. Purpose of the Site

BanPublicLandTrappingMN.com is an informational and advocacy website dedicated to public awareness, education, and engagement regarding wildlife conservation and public land trapping practices in Minnesota.
The content provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice.


2. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Agreement”).
If you use the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to this Agreement.


3. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Site.
If you are under 18 years old, you must have permission from a parent or guardian.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.


4. User Conduct

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
You further agree not to:

  • Use the Site to transmit any content that is unlawful, harassing, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its systems.
  • Upload or transmit any viruses, worms, malware, or harmful code.
  • Use automated scripts, bots, or scrapers without our prior written consent.
  • Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with an organization.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers connected to it.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access if we believe you have violated these Terms.


5. User-Generated Content

You may have opportunities to submit comments, petitions, or other materials (“User Content”).
By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, reproduce, display, distribute, and modify your content for purposes consistent with our mission.

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have the necessary rights to the User Content.
  • The User Content does not infringe any third-party rights or violate any laws.

We reserve the right to remove any User Content at our sole discretion.


6. Intellectual Property Rights

All materials on the Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, designs, software, and layout—are owned or licensed by us and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view and print materials from the Site for personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you do not modify or remove any copyright or proprietary notices.

No content may be copied, republished, distributed, or otherwise exploited for commercial purposes without our prior written permission.


7. Third-Party Links and Resources

The Site may include links to third-party websites or resources.
We provide these links for convenience only and do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of those sites.
You access third-party links at your own risk.


8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA) and other applicable laws.
By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in that policy.


9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.”
We make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding:

  • The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the Site’s content.
  • The continuous, error-free, or secure operation of the Site.
  • The absence of viruses or other harmful components.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.


10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

  • Your access to or use of the Site,
  • Your inability to use the Site,
  • Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data, or
  • Any other matter relating to the Site.

If you are dissatisfied with any portion of the Site or these Terms, your sole remedy is to discontinue using the Site.


11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless [Organization Name], its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and licensors from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another person or entity.


12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason—including if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease, and any provisions that by their nature should survive termination (e.g., indemnification, limitation of liability) will continue to apply.


13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any dispute arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Hennepin County, Minnesota, and you consent to their jurisdiction.


14. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time.
When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.


15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.


16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications.


17. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms or the Site, please contact us:

Ban Public Land Trapping MN
Email: legal@banpubliclandtrappingmn.com


Notice to Minnesota Residents

If you reside in Minnesota, you may have additional rights under the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA).
Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on your data rights and how to exercise them.