Last Updated: December 9, 2024
1. INTRODUCTION
Aegis Vault Ltd. (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), a company incorporated under the laws of the British Virgin Islands with registration number 2163500, respects the privacy of our users while cooperating with legitimate law enforcement requests. This Law Enforcement Requests Policy (“Policy”) outlines our procedures for handling law enforcement and government agency requests for user information.
2. JURISDICTIONAL FRAMEWORK
2.1 Primary Jurisdiction
We operate under the laws of:
- British Virgin Islands
- BVI Financial Services Commission regulations
- Applicable international laws
2.2 Jurisdictional Restrictions
Our services are not available to:
- Residents of the United States of America
- Citizens of the United States of America
- Persons located in the United States of America
- Entities incorporated or organized under US laws
- Persons subject to US jurisdiction
3. ACCEPTABLE REQUEST TYPES
3.1 Valid Legal Process
We accept:
- Court orders
- Search warrants
- Properly issued subpoenas
- Regulatory demands
- Other valid legal process
3.2 Request Requirements
All requests must:
- Be legally valid
- Come from authorized authorities
- Follow proper channels
- Include necessary documentation
- Specify required information
4. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE
4.1 Available Information
May include:
- Account information
- KYC/AML data
- Transaction records
- Usage logs
- Communication records
4.2 Limitations
We cannot provide:
- Information we don’t possess
- Encrypted user data
- Private keys
- Deleted information
- Third-party data
5. USER NOTIFICATION
5.1 Notification Policy
We will:
- Notify users when legally permitted
- Provide timely notice
- Include request details
- Explain user rights
5.2 Exceptions
Notification may be withheld if:
- Legally prohibited
- Safety concerns exist
- Investigation integrity at risk
- Court order prevents disclosure
6. DATA SECURITY
6.1 Security Measures
We ensure:
- Secure data transfer
- Encryption protocols
- Access controls
- Chain of custody
- Data integrity
6.2 Data Minimization
We practice:
- Limited disclosure
- Specific response
- Relevant information only
- Privacy protection
7. INTERNATIONAL REQUESTS
7.1 Requirements
International requests must:
- Follow MLAT procedures
- Meet BVI legal standards
- Include proper documentation
- Come through official channels
7.2 Cooperation Framework
We cooperate through:
- Official legal channels
- International agreements
- Regulatory frameworks
- Proper authorities
8. COST RECOVERY
8.1 Fee Structure
We may charge for:
- Data retrieval
- Processing time
- Technical resources
- Legal review
- Administrative costs
8.2 Payment Terms
- Advance payment required
- Fee schedule available
- Cost estimates provided
- Payment methods specified
9. REQUEST PROCEDURES
9.1 Submission Requirements
Requests must include:
- Agency identification
- Legal authority
- Request scope
- Required information
- Contact details
9.2 Processing Steps
We follow:
- Request verification
- Legal review
- Data collection
- Security checks
- Response preparation
10. EMERGENCY REQUESTS
10.1 Emergency Criteria
Valid for:
- Imminent harm
- Life-threatening situations
- Serious bodily injury
- Critical infrastructure threats
10.2 Expedited Process
We provide:
- 24/7 emergency contact
- Rapid response
- Priority handling
- Immediate assistance
11. POLICY UPDATES
11.1 Review Process
Regular review of:
- Policy effectiveness
- Legal requirements
- Operational needs
- Best practices
11.2 Update Notification
Changes communicated via:
- Website updates
- Direct notification
- Policy documentation
- Official channels
12. GOVERNING LAW
This Policy is governed by the laws of the British Virgin Islands.