Privacy Policy for Frank Sossamon For NC

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Effective Date: August 27, 2025
Last Updated: August 27, 2025

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The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when visiting our website www.frankfornc.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

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Information We Collect

When you visit our Site, we may collect the following types of information:

1. Personal Information You Provide

   • Name, address, email address, phone number, and payment details when you make a contribution, volunteer, or sign up for updates.

   • Any information you voluntarily submit through forms, petitions, surveys, or communications with us.

2. Automatically Collected Information

   • IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and browsing behavior through cookies and similar technologies.

   • Analytics data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the Site).

3. Donation Information

   • If you choose to contribute, federal and state election laws require us to collect, maintain, and report certain personal information to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and the North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE). This may include your full name, mailing address, occupation, and employer.

 

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected to:

• Process contributions in compliance with campaign finance laws.

• Communicate with you about campaign events, news, and opportunities to get involved.

• Respond to inquiries or requests.

• Improve our Site and outreach efforts.

• Comply with legal obligations and regulatory reporting requirements.

 

Sharing of Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, email delivery, analytics).

• As Required by Law: To comply with campaign finance reporting, subpoenas, legal processes, or regulatory requests.

• With Law Enforcement: When necessary to protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud.

 

Compliance with Campaign Finance Laws

As required by federal law and North Carolina campaign finance law:

• Contributions must be made by U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents using their own funds.

• Contributions from corporations, labor unions, and foreign nationals are prohibited.

• We are legally required to disclose the name, mailing address, occupation, and employer of any individual who contributes more than $50 in a North Carolina election cycle, and more than $200 in a federal election cycle.

• All contribution and donor information reported to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) becomes part of the public record.

 

Cookies and Tracking

Our Site uses cookies, tracking pixels, and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and deliver targeted advertising. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function properly.

 

Security

We take reasonable steps to protect the information you provide from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

 

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

 

Your Choices

• You may unsubscribe from campaign emails by following the instructions at the bottom of any email communication.

• You may request that we update or delete your information, subject to legal and reporting requirements.

 

External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

 

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.”

 

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us at:

The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon
 info@frankfornc.com
www.frankfornc.com

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Terms of Use

Effective Date: August 27, 2025
Last Updated: August 27, 2025

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Welcome to www.frankfornc.com (the “Site”), the official campaign website of The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the following Terms of Use. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

 

1. Permitted Use

This Site is provided for lawful purposes related to supporting the campaign of Frank Sossamon for elected office. You agree not to use the Site in any way that:

• Violates federal, state, or local laws and regulations.

• Interferes with or disrupts the Site or servers.

• Harasses, threatens, or abuses others.

• Attempts to gain unauthorized access to our systems.

 

2. Contributions

If you choose to make a contribution through the Site:

• You confirm that you are a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, making the contribution with your own personal funds, and not being reimbursed by another person or entity.

• You acknowledge that contributions are subject to federal and North Carolina campaign finance laws, which may require disclosure of your name, address, occupation, and employer.

• Contributions are non-refundable except where required by law.

 

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, images, graphics, videos, and campaign materials, is the property of The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon or is used with permission. You may not reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use related to supporting the campaign.

 

4. Links to Third-Party Sites

This Site may contain links to third-party websites for convenience. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

 

5. Disclaimers

• This Site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

• We do not guarantee that the Site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or harmful components.

• Use of the Site is at your own risk.

 

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon and its officers, staff, and volunteers are not liable for any damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site, including direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

 

7. Indemnification

By using this Site, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon, its officers, staff, and volunteers from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising out of your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

 

8. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

 

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina and applicable federal law. Any disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of North Carolina.

 

10. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

The Committee to Elect Frank Sossamon
 info@frankfornc.com
www.frankfornc.com