Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using The Common Defense Project website, newsletter, or services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not use our Service.

Our Organization: The Common Defense Project LLC is a nonpartisan advocacy organization dedicated to defending Second Amendment rights for all Americans.

Key Principles

  • Nonpartisan advocacy for constitutional rights
  • Inclusive community welcoming all Americans
  • Responsible engagement in civic discourse
  • Legal compliance with all applicable laws

Use of Service

Permitted Uses

You may use our Service to:

Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use our Service to:

Content Guidelines

Respectful Discourse

  • Civil discussion even when disagreeing
  • Fact-based arguments rather than personal attacks
  • Inclusive language welcoming all Americans
  • Focus on issues rather than partisan politics

No Tolerance For

Account and Membership

Newsletter Subscription

Free Access

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No account creation necessary for basic content

Unsubscribe available at any time

No fees for newsletter access

Subscriber Responsibilities

Accurate information: Provide correct email address

Communication preferences: Manage subscription settings

Compliance: Follow these Terms and applicable laws

Respectful engagement: Maintain civil discourse

Event Participation

Registration Requirements

Accurate information for safety and logistics

Contact details for emergency situations

Dietary/accessibility needs as applicable

Payment for paid events (if applicable)

Participant Conduct

Safe behavior at all events

Respectful interaction with other participants

Compliance with venue rules and local laws

No weapons at events unless specifically permitted and legal

Membership (Future)

When formal membership is established:

Donations and Financial Transactions

Donation Policy

General Principles

Voluntary contributions to support our mission

No quid pro quo arrangements

Anonymous options available

Secure processing through reputable services

Legal Compliance

US persons only for political advocacy donations

Source verification for large donations as required by law

Reporting requirements followed per applicable regulations

Tax receipts provided as legally required

Payment Processing

Third-Party Processors

Refund Policy

Prohibited Transactions — We Cannot Accept

  • Foreign national donations for political advocacy
  • Corporate contributions from government contractors
  • Anonymous donations over legal limits
  • Conditional donations that compromise our mission
  • Laundered funds or proceeds from illegal activities

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

Owned by The Common Defense Project:

Your Rights to Our Content

Personal use: Read, share for personal education

Advocacy use: Share to promote Second Amendment rights

Attribution required: Credit us when sharing our content

No modification: Don't alter our materials without permission

No commercial use: Don't sell or profit from our content

Content You Provide

Comments on social media or events

Testimonials or stories you share

Photos from events (with permission)

Feedback on our programs

License to Us

By sharing content with us, you grant us:

Third-Party Content

Privacy and Data Protection

Information Collection

What We Collect

Contact information for communications

Payment information for donation processing

Event participation details for logistics

Website analytics for improvement (anonymized)

How We Use It

Mission advancement through advocacy and education

Communication with supporters and participants

Legal compliance with applicable regulations

Security protection against fraud and abuse

Full Details: See our Privacy Policy for complete information about our data practices.

Your Privacy Rights

  • Access information we have about you
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your information (with limitations)
  • Opt out of communications
  • Control how we use your information

Disclaimers and Limitations

Legal Disclaimers

Not Legal Advice

Educational content only, not legal advice

Consult attorneys for specific legal questions

State law variations may apply

Individual circumstances require professional guidance

Not Financial Advice

General information only about regulations

Consult professionals for tax and financial questions

Individual situations vary significantly

Not Safety Training

Educational materials don't replace proper training

Professional instruction required for firearms safety

Compliance with laws is your responsibility

Limitation of Liability

No Warranties

Limited Liability

Exceptions

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify us for:

Exceptions to indemnification:

Community Standards

Respectful Engagement

We Encourage

Civil discourse on constitutional issues

Fact-based discussions supported by evidence

Inclusive participation by all Americans

Solution-oriented approaches to challenges

Respectful disagreement when views differ

We Prohibit

Personal attacks on individuals

Harassment of any community member

Discrimination based on protected characteristics

Doxxing or privacy violations

Spam or commercial solicitations

Content Moderation

Our Approach

Enforcement Actions

Reporting Violations

Termination

Termination by You

Stop using our Service at any time

Unsubscribe from communications

Request deletion of your information

Cancel participation in events

Termination by Us

We may terminate access for:

Violation of these Terms of Service

Illegal activity or behavior

Harassment of other users

False information about identity

Repeated policy violations

Process

Effect of Termination

Governing Law and Disputes

Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by:

Dispute Resolution

Preferred Approach

Direct communication to resolve issues

Good faith negotiation before legal action

Mediation for complex disputes

Arbitration if legally required

Legal Proceedings

Small claims court for appropriate disputes

State or federal court for larger matters

Class action waiver to extent legally permitted

Attorney fees per applicable law

Limitation of Actions

Miscellaneous Provisions

Changes to Terms

How we update:

Additional Provisions

Severability

Remainder enforceable if part held invalid

Modification to minimum extent necessary

Intent preserved to maximum extent possible

Assignment

We may assign these Terms in business transfers

Notice provided of material assignments

Your rights protected in transfers

Personal to you and not assignable

Force Majeure

Natural disasters affecting operations

Government actions preventing performance

Technical failures beyond our control

Other circumstances outside reasonable control

Waiver & Entire Agreement

Failure to enforce doesn't waive rights

Written waiver required for effectiveness

These Terms plus our Privacy Policy constitute the complete agreement

Supersedes prior agreements

Contact Information

Questions About These Terms

Terms of Service Questions

Email: commondefenseproject@proton.me

Subject: Terms of Service Question

Response Time: Within 5 business days

General Contact

Website: commondefenseproject.com

Email: commondefenseproject@proton.me

Legal Compliance

State of Formation: New Mexico

Entity Type: LLC

Community Standards

Email: commondefenseproject@proton.me

Purpose: Report violations, policy questions

Response: Within 5 business days

Acknowledgment

By using The Common Defense Project's Service, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service, understand your rights and obligations, agree to comply with all provisions, are legally able to enter this agreement, and will follow all applicable laws and regulations.

These Terms of Service reflect our commitment to building an inclusive, respectful community dedicated to constitutional advocacy. We welcome questions and feedback to help us serve our community better.

The Common Defense Project LLC
A nonpartisan advocate for constitutional rights