Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the M.O.T.H.S. (Must Oppose The Harsh Sentences) website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

Purpose of the Platform

M.O.T.H.S. is an advocacy and storytelling platform dedicated to raising awareness about incarceration and sentencing reform. Content provided on this site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or legal representation.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a respectful manner. You must not:

  • Submit false, misleading, or inaccurate information
  • Violate the rights or privacy of others
  • Upload or transmit harmful, abusive, or unlawful content
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
  • Interfere with the functionality or security of the platform

User Submissions

By submitting content (including stories, case details, or other materials), you confirm that you have the right to share that information and that it is accurate to the best of your knowledge.

You grant M.O.T.H.S. the right to review, edit, publish, and distribute submitted content for advocacy, awareness, and educational purposes.

M.O.T.H.S. reserves the right to remove or decline any submission at its discretion.

Content Ownership

All original content on this website, including text, branding, design, and graphics, is the property of M.O.T.H.S. unless otherwise stated.

User-submitted content remains the responsibility of the individual submitting it but may be used by M.O.T.H.S. as outlined in these Terms.

You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute website content without prior written permission.

No Legal Advice or Representation

Nothing on this website creates an attorney-client relationship. M.O.T.H.S. does not provide legal advice, legal representation, or legal opinions.

Users should seek guidance from a qualified attorney for any legal matters.

Limitation of Liability

M.O.T.H.S. makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information on this website.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, M.O.T.H.S. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its content.

Third-Party Links

This website may include links to third-party websites for additional information or resources. M.O.T.H.S. is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites.

Modifications to the Site

M.O.T.H.S. reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the website at any time without notice.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Third-Party Disclaimer (Attorney / Contact Directory)

Any third-party professionals, organizations, or resources listed on this website are independent and are not affiliated with or endorsed by M.O.T.H.S. (Must Oppose The Harsh Sentences) unless explicitly stated.

M.O.T.H.S. does not verify, guarantee, or make any representations regarding the qualifications, services, or outcomes of any third-party providers.

Users are solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence before engaging with any listed professional or organization.

Donation Disclaimer

Contributions to M.O.T.H.S. (Must Oppose The Harsh Sentences) support the organization’s mission, advocacy efforts, and operational needs.

Donations are voluntary and do not guarantee any services, legal assistance, outcomes, or specific benefits.

M.O.T.H.S. makes no representations that any contribution will influence case results, sentence reductions, or clemency decisions.

Separation from Paid Services

M.O.T.H.S. (Must Oppose The Harsh Sentences) operates as an independent advocacy and storytelling platform.

Any additional support services, if offered, are provided through a separate entity and are not affiliated with or operated by M.O.T.H.S. unless explicitly stated. Participation in the M.O.T.H.S. movement does not require the use of any paid services.

Engaging with any external or paid services is entirely optional and at the discretion of the user.

Copyright & Content Use

All content on this website, unless otherwise stated, is the property of M.O.T.H.S. (Must Oppose The Harsh Sentences) and may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or used without prior written permission.

Unauthorized use of any materials, including text, images, branding, or design elements, is strictly prohibited.