Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Welcome to Evidence Decode! By accessing or using our website located at https://evidencedecode.com (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”) and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.
1. Nature of Content (Crime & Legal Disclaimer)
Evidence Decode operates as a news and information archive dedicated to analyzing police interactions, bodycam footage, and criminal cases.
- Presumption of Innocence: All suspects, arrestees, and defendants discussed on this website are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. An arrest or a booking photo (mugshot) does not imply guilt or a criminal conviction.
- Source Material: Our reporting is based on official police reports, court documents, public records requests (FOIA), and press releases available at the time of publication.
- Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, police reports can sometimes change or be updated. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided.
2. Age Restriction (18+)
Due to the graphic nature of some police bodycam footage and crime reports, this Website is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. By using this Site, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age to view such content.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise stated, Evidence Decode and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all original editorial content, logos, and site design.
- Fair Use of Public Records: Video footage (Bodycams/Dashcams) presented on this site is public record material used for news reporting, education, and analysis under the doctrine of Fair Use.
You may access this from Evidence Decode for your own personal use subjected to restrictions set in these terms. You must not:
- Republish original articles from Evidence Decode.
- Sell, rent, or sub-license material from Evidence Decode.
- Reproduce, duplicate, or copy our written editorial content without permission.
4. User Conduct & Comments
We encourage open discussion, but we have a Zero Tolerance Policy for harassment. When leaving comments on our posts, you agree NOT to:
- Post comments that encourage violence or illegal acts.
- Harass, threaten, or doxx (reveal private info of) victims, suspects, or other users.
- Use hate speech based on race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.
We reserve the right to delete any comment and ban any user without notice.
5. Third-Party Links & Affiliates
Our Service may contain links to third-party web sites or services (such as affiliate partners like Amazon, PeopleFinders, or Dashcam brands) that are not owned or controlled by Evidence Decode.
- We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party web sites.
- You acknowledge and agree that Evidence Decode shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such web sites.
6. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Evidence Decode, nor its owners, editors, or employees, be held liable for any indirect, consequential, or special liability arising out of or in any way related to your use of this Website. We are not liable for any distress or trauma caused by viewing graphic news content.
7. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to review and amend these Terms at our sole discretion. Upon such changes, we will post the revised terms on this page. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:
- Email: realworldpolice5team@gmail.com