The Reporter Online respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users, contributors, and content partners to do the same. This DMCA Content Policy explains how we handle copyright infringement claims in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 512).
If you believe that copyrighted material has been used on thereporteronline.net without authorization, this policy outlines the steps to submit a proper notice.
Copyright Ownership
Unless otherwise stated, all original content published on thereporteronline.net—including articles, text, images, graphics, and multimedia—is protected by applicable copyright laws.
Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification of our content without permission is prohibited.
Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you are a copyright owner or an authorized agent and believe that material on this site infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA Takedown Notice by providing the information listed below.
To ensure timely processing, your notice must be complete and accurate.
Required Information for a DMCA Takedown Notice
Your written notification must include:
- A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
- Identification of the allegedly infringing material, including the specific URL(s)
- Sufficient information to allow us to contact you (name, email address, phone number)
- A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
Where to Send DMCA Notices
Please send DMCA takedown requests to:
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: DMCA Takedown Request
Counter-Notification Process
If you believe that content you submitted or published was removed or disabled due to mistake or misidentification, you may submit a DMCA Counter-Notification.
Your counter-notice must include:
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the material that was removed and its original location
- A statement under penalty of perjury that the removal was the result of mistake or misidentification
- Your name, address, phone number, and email address
- A statement consenting to the jurisdiction of the appropriate federal court
Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we may restore the material unless the original complainant files legal action.
Repeat Infringers
The Reporter Online reserves the right to terminate access or publishing privileges for users or contributors who are determined to be repeat copyright infringers, in accordance with DMCA requirements.
Third-Party Content
Some content on thereporteronline.net may be provided by third parties, contributors, or sponsors. While we take reasonable steps to review content, we do not guarantee ownership of all third-party submissions.
Valid DMCA notices will be handled promptly regardless of content origin.
No Legal Advice
This policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you are unsure of your rights, you may wish to consult a qualified attorney.
Policy Updates
This DMCA Content Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law or site practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
