Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 1, 2026 · Last Updated: June 2026

By accessing or using the Recovery Justice Network Initiative website (recoveryjusticenetwork.org), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

1. Who We Are — Critical Disclaimers

RJNI is not a law firm. Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is formed by using this site or submitting information to us. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney.

RJNI is not a regulatory agency. We cannot investigate, prosecute, or take enforcement action against any individual or organization. Reports submitted to RJNI are used for advocacy and documentation purposes only.

RJNI is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988. We are not equipped to respond to emergencies.

RJNI is not a treatment referral service. We do not recommend specific treatment programs. Resources listed on our site are for informational purposes only.

2. Purpose of This Site

This website exists for nonprofit advocacy, public education, and documentation of systemic injustice in housing, treatment, courts, and other systems that touch addiction and recovery. All content is provided for informational and advocacy purposes only.

3. Accuracy of Information

We work to ensure information on this site is accurate, but we make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any content. Laws vary by state and change over time. Do not rely solely on information from this site for legal, medical, or other professional decisions.

4. User-Submitted Content

By submitting a report, story, or other content to RJNI, you:

  • Represent that the information you submit is truthful to the best of your knowledge
  • Grant RJNI the right to use your submission for advocacy and documentation purposes
  • Understand that content will not be published publicly without your explicit consent
  • Retain ownership of your own story and experience

RJNI is not responsible for the accuracy of third-party submissions and does not independently verify every report. We do not publish unverified claims about specific named individuals or organizations without corroboration.

5. Intellectual Property

Content on this site — text, graphics, logos, design — is owned by RJNI or used with permission. You may share our content for nonprofit, educational, or advocacy purposes with attribution. Commercial use requires written permission.

6. External Links

This site may link to external organizations and resources. RJNI does not endorse and is not responsible for the content of external sites. Links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, RJNI and its officers, directors, and volunteers are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this site or reliance on its content.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the state of incorporation of Recovery Justice Network Initiative, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Changes to These Terms

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

10. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us here.