Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Welcome to BuffaloRecords.us
Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using BuffaloRecords.us (the "Site"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined below. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should discontinue use of this Site immediately.
About This Website
BuffaloRecords.us is an informational resource designed to help individuals learn about public records available in Buffalo, New York, and the surrounding Erie County region. The Site provides general guidance, educational content, and directional information to assist users in understanding how to access public records through appropriate government agencies and official channels.
This Site does not function as a government agency, is not affiliated with any municipal, county, state, or federal government body, and does not provide official public records directly. All official public records requests must be submitted through the appropriate government offices.
Acceptance of Terms
By visiting, browsing, or otherwise using BuffaloRecords.us, you acknowledge that:
- You are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or legal guardian
- You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions
- You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws when using this Site
- You understand that the information provided on this Site is for general informational purposes only
Informational Purpose Only
All content published on BuffaloRecords.us is provided strictly for informational and educational purposes. Nothing on this Site constitutes legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is formed through your use of this Site.
Users are strongly encouraged to:
- Consult a licensed attorney for legal guidance specific to their situation
- Contact the relevant government office directly for official records and documentation
- Verify all information independently, as laws, procedures, and fees are subject to change
BuffaloRecords.us makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any information presented on this Site.
Accuracy of Information
While we make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on this Site is current and accurate, we cannot guarantee that all content reflects the most recent changes in laws, regulations, or government procedures. Public records laws and access procedures may change without notice.
Users should always verify information directly with the relevant government agency, including but not limited to:
- The City of Buffalo Clerk's Office
- Erie County Clerk's Office
- New York State Department of Health
- Buffalo City Court
- Erie County Surrogate's Court
- New York State Unified Court System
Prohibited Uses
By using BuffaloRecords.us, you agree that you will not use this Site for any of the following purposes:
- Stalking, harassing, or intimidating any individual
- Collecting personal information about others for unlawful purposes
- Violating any individual's right to privacy under applicable law
- Engaging in any activity that violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site
- Uploading or transmitting any malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
- Scraping, crawling, or harvesting data from the Site without prior written permission
- Impersonating any person, entity, or government agency
- Using the Site for any commercial purpose without express written consent from the Site's operators
- Engaging in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the functionality of the Site
Any violation of these prohibited uses may result in immediate termination of your access to the Site and may be reported to appropriate law enforcement authorities.
Privacy and Personal Information
Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms and Conditions by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information.
BuffaloRecords.us does not sell, rent, or trade personal information collected from users to third parties for marketing purposes.
Third-Party Links and Resources
This Site may contain links to third-party websites, including government portals, official databases, and external resources. These links are provided solely for your convenience and informational purposes.
BuffaloRecords.us:
- Does not endorse or take responsibility for the content of any third-party website
- Has no control over the availability, accuracy, or content of external sites
- Is not liable for any damages or losses resulting from your use of third-party websites
When you click on a third-party link, you leave BuffaloRecords.us and are subject to the terms and privacy policies of that external site.
Intellectual Property
All original content on BuffaloRecords.us, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and page layouts, is the property of BuffaloRecords.us and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.
You may:
- View and print content from this Site for personal, non-commercial use
- Share links to pages on this Site
You may not:
- Reproduce, republish, or redistribute content without prior written permission
- Use any content from this Site for commercial purposes without authorization
- Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
Disclaimer of Warranties
BuffaloRecords.us is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses
- Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information on the Site
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, BuffaloRecords.us, its owners, operators, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use of or inability to use this Site
- Any errors or omissions in the content of this Site
- Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
- Any decisions made based on information found on this Site
- Any interruption or cessation of service
This limitation of liability applies regardless of whether the claim is based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BuffaloRecords.us and its owners, operators, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your use of this Site
- Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
- Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
- Your infringement of any third-party rights
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from your use of this Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Erie County, New York.
Changes to These Terms and Conditions
BuffaloRecords.us reserves the right to modify, update, or revise these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision.
Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable from the remaining provisions and shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining terms.
Entire Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BuffaloRecords.us regarding your use of this Site and supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
BuffaloRecords.us Buffalo, New York š§ contact@buffalorecords.us
Thank you for visiting BuffaloRecords.us. We are committed to providing helpful, responsible, and accurate information to assist residents and researchers in navigating public records in the Buffalo area.