Terms & Privacy Policy

Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using this site.

2. Purpose of the Petition

The purpose of this website is to collect signatures in support of a petition aimed at legislative reform as it relates to Howard D. Frazier's case as well as others cases similar his. By signing the petition, you agree that your name and location may be included in submissions to lawmakers, government bodies, or other relevant authorities to further the petition’s objectives. The key objectives of this petition include:

1) Advocating for legislative reform to align sentencing laws with neuroscience findings on brain development.

2) Raising public awareness of late-adolescent brain development and its implications for legal responsibility.

3) Promoting fair sentencing practices that consider the cognitive capacity of individuals aged 18 to 24.

4) Ensuring young adults receive opportunities for rehabilitation rather than life-long punitive measures.

5) Engaging policymakers and community leaders in meaningful dialogue about justice reform.

6) Advocating for legislative reform and equity in sentencing by race

Research has consistently found that Black defendants receive sentences that are, on average, 20% longer than those of white defendants for the same crimes. Black individuals are disproportionately sentenced to life without parole, especially for crimes committed as juveniles or young adults. In 2016, Black youth were found to be serving juvenile life without parole sentences at a rate 10 times higher than their white counterparts.

3. User Conduct

You agree to provide accurate and truthful information when signing the petition. Fraudulent or duplicate signatures will be removed. Use of this website for illegal activities or spam is strictly prohibited.

4. Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you sign the petition, we collect:

• Name: To identify petition signers.

• Email Address: For verification and updates (optional).

• Location (City/State): To demonstrate geographic impact.

We collect no sensitive or financial data.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information will be used for:

• Presenting the petition to lawmakers or relevant bodies.

• Tracking signature counts and geographic distribution.

• Sending updates about the petition or related campaigns (if you opt in).

Your data will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Data Security

We store your data in secure databases with industry-standard encryption. We use HTTPS to protect data transmission and regularly monitor our systems for vulnerabilities.

4. User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: Request a copy of your data.

• Correction: Request corrections to any inaccuracies.

• Deletion: Request deletion of your data at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert contact email].

5. Cookies

This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies do not collect personal data but may track website usage to improve functionality.

6. Legal Compliance

We comply with all applicable privacy laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users.

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents.

7. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

• Email: howardspetition.com

By using this website, you confirm that you understand and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Thank you for supporting the petition and our mission for change.