Addendum to the Editorial Policy The Leather Sentinel. The content published on The Leather Sentinel is provided for educational, historical, and informational purposes only.

Nothing on this site constitutes:

• Legal advice
• Medical or mental health advice
• Professional counseling
• Formal instruction or certification

Readers are responsible for their own interpretations, decisions, and actions.

No Professional or Fiduciary Relationship

Engagement with this site—including reading articles, participating in linked resources, or communicating with contributors—does not create a professional, mentorship, fiduciary, therapeutic, or advisory relationship between the reader and:

• The Leather Sentinel
• Its founder, editors, or contributors
• Any referenced individual or organization

Any mentorship or training relationship must be established independently and explicitly.

Personal Perspectives & Independent Voices

All articles reflect the personal experience, historical understanding, and perspective of the individual author.

• Views expressed are the author’s own
• Publication does not imply endorsement by The Leather Sentinel
• No article should be interpreted as representing all Leather communities, traditions, or individuals

Leather practice, identity, and values vary widely across time, geography, and lived experience.

No Allegations or Accusations

The Leather Sentinel does not publish accusations, determinations of misconduct, or findings of wrongdoing regarding identifiable individuals or organizations.

Any historical discussion of conflict, harm, or controversy is presented in general, contextual, or academic terms, without naming parties for the purpose of judgment or public condemnation.

Consent, Safety, and Personal Responsibility

Leather, kink, and power-exchange practices involve inherent risk and require informed consent, personal responsibility, and appropriate education.

Readers are solely responsible for:

• Their own safety and well-being
• Seeking appropriate training or guidance
• Complying with local laws and regulations

The Leather Sentinel does not provide instruction for physical, psychological, or relational practices.

Historical Accuracy & Evolving Record

While care is taken to ensure accuracy, historical material may:

• Reflect incomplete records
• Represent differing interpretations
• Evolve as new information becomes available

The Leather Sentinel makes no guarantee of absolute completeness or final authority.

External Links & Third-Party Content

Links to external websites, publications, or resources are provided for convenience and reference.

The Leather Sentinel:

• Does not control external content
• Does not endorse third-party views or practices
• Is not responsible for the accuracy or conduct of external sites

Intellectual Property & Fair Use

Unless otherwise noted:

• Original content is the intellectual property of its author
• Content may not be reproduced without permission

Quoted or referenced materials are presented under fair use for educational and commentary purposes.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Leather Sentinel and its affiliates disclaim liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or misuse of site content.

Use of this site constitutes acceptance of this disclaimer.

Jurisdiction

This site is operated from the United States and is governed by applicable U.S. laws.

Users accessing the site from other jurisdictions do so at their own discretion.

The Leather Sentinel exists to preserve history, encourage reflection, and foster responsible dialogue.

It does not replace judgment, consent, training, or accountability.

Sir Kemp GildedWolf Sentinel of the Past | Steward of the FutureFounder, The Leather Sentinel