Disclaimer

The following statements outline the terms of use for accessing and utilizing information provided by the Pittsburgh Scanner service. By engaging with this service, you explicitly agree to the terms laid out herein. Failure to understand or adhere to these terms does not absolve you from their implications.

Content Source

The content disseminated through Pittsburgh Scanner is derived from live police scanner audio transmissions. Due to the inherently dynamic and unfiltered nature of this source, the information may contain inaccuracies, omissions, or misinterpretations. These summaries are provided "as is" without any guarantees of accuracy or completeness.

Assumption of Risk and Liability Waiver

1. By accessing and utilizing this service, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for any risks associated with the use of the information provided. You understand that it is your responsibility on you to verify and interpret the content accurately and responsibly.

2. The provider of Pittsburgh Scanner shall not be held liable for any damages, whether direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or otherwise, arising from the use or inability to use the information provided. This includes, but is not limited to, claims of inaccuracy, errors, or misinterpretations.

No Endorsement

The summaries shared through Pittsburgh Scanner do not constitute an endorsement or verification of the events, individuals, or entities mentioned therein.

Terms of Use Agreement

These Terms of Use serve as a legally binding agreement between users and the operator of the Pittsburgh Scanner service. By accessing or utilizing Pittsburgh Scanner, users are agreeing to abide by these Terms.

Purpose and Content

1. The Pittsburgh Scanner Account serves the purpose of disseminating real-time updates and information sourced from police scanners, fire department radios, and emergency medical services (EMS) communications for the public's benefit. The updates shared on Pittsburgh Scanner are strictly for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice or official statements from any emergency response agency.

2. Content shared on Pittsburgh Scanner may encompass updates on police activities, fire incidents, EMS responses, emergencies, traffic accidents, road closures, public safety alerts, ongoing investigations, and related law enforcement and emergency services operations.

Accuracy and Reliability

While Pittsburgh Scanner endeavors to maintain the accuracy and reliability of shared information, no warranty or guarantee is provided concerning the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of the updates. Due to the nature of scanner communications, occasional inaccuracies, incomplete information, or reporting delays may occur.

Use of Information

Information shared on Pittsburgh Scanner is intended for informational purposes only. Users are advised to exercise discretion and independently verify information before relying on it. Pittsburgh Scanner shall not be held liable for any actions taken or decisions made based on the provided information.

Privacy and Community Guidelines

1. Pittsburgh Scanner respects individual privacy rights and adheres to applicable laws and regulations regarding sensitive information dissemination. Personal information will not be shared on Pittsburgh Scanner unless already in the public domain or deemed necessary for public safety purposes.

2. Users are expected to engage with Pittsburgh Scanner in a respectful and responsible manner. Any form of harassment, hate speech, or abusive behavior directed towards other users or individuals mentioned in updates will not be tolerated.

Intellectual Property and Limitation of Liability

1. All content shared on Pittsburgh Scanner, including text, images, videos, and logos, is the property of Pittsburgh Scanner unless otherwise stated. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify content without prior consent.

2. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Pittsburgh Scanner shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of or inability to use the Account.

Modifications, Third-Party Links, Collaborative Reporting, Attribution, and Contact Information

Modifications: Pittsburgh Scanner reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at its discretion. Significant changes will be communicated to users through a site update.

Third-Party Links: The service may provide links to third-party websites or resources for additional context or information. However, Pittsburgh Scanner is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or security of these external sites.

Collaborative Reporting: Pittsburgh Scanner may collaborate with news agencies, citizen journalists, or public safety organizations to improve the quality and scope of the information shared.

Attribution: All efforts are made to attribute sources and provide proper credit for shared information. Users can contact Pittsburgh Scanner for correction or removal if they believe their content has been used without appropriate attribution.

Contact Information: For inquiries, feedback, or concerns regarding these Terms or the operation of Pittsburgh Scanner, users can contact the account owner via direct messages or email at pghscanner412@gmail.com.

Privacy: Pittsburgh Scanner will never knowingly sell or share client information with third parties. Private messages will only be disclosed if required by a court order.