Terms of Service
Effective Date: February 26, 2026
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Beckley Police Department website (the “Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Website.
Website Purpose
The Website is provided to share public information, resources, and services related to the Beckley Police Department. Information on this Website is provided for general informational purposes and may not reflect the most current information available from official sources.
Not for Emergencies
The Website is not monitored 24/7 and must not be used to report emergencies or request immediate police assistance. If you have an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency dispatch, contact the appropriate local number listed on the Website.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Website to:
- Violate any applicable federal, state, or local law or regulation
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Threaten, harass, abuse, or harm any person
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, servers, or connected systems
- Introduce malware, viruses, or other harmful code
- Interfere with or disrupt Website functionality or security
- Scrape, crawl, or harvest information in a way that degrades performance or violates applicable law
Tips, Reports, and Submissions
If the Website allows you to submit a tip, message, records request, or other information, you are responsible for the content you submit. Do not submit sensitive personal information unless specifically requested. Submissions may be reviewed, recorded, and retained in accordance with applicable laws and records retention requirements.
Public Records
Communications, submissions, and certain information associated with your use of the Website may be considered public records under applicable West Virginia law and may be subject to disclosure upon request, unless an exemption applies.
Privacy
Your use of the Website is also subject to our Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy posted on the Website for information about how data may be collected and used.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, the Website content, design, text, graphics, and other materials are owned by or used with permission by the City of Beckley and/or the Beckley Police Department. You may view, download, and print pages for personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not remove any notices. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution may be prohibited.
Third-Party Links
The Website may include links to third-party websites or services for convenience. The Beckley Police Department is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party sites. Use third-party sites at your own risk.
Disclaimer
The Website and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Beckley Police Department and the City of Beckley are not liable for any damages arising from or related to your use of, inability to use, or reliance on the Website, including indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Indemnification
To the extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Beckley Police Department, the City of Beckley, and their officers, employees, and agents from and against claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your violation of these Terms or your misuse of the Website.
Changes to the Website
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website or any portion of it at any time, with or without notice, including to improve services, address security concerns, or update content.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of West Virginia, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes related to these Terms or the Website shall be handled in a court of competent jurisdiction, as permitted by law.
Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, contact:
Beckley Police Department
Attn: Website Terms
501 Neville Street
Beckley, WV 25801
Phone: 304-256-1720
Emergency Notice
If you have an emergency or need immediate police assistance, call 911.