diff --git a/Repo-docs-11-local-rules-and-liability.-.md b/Repo-docs-11-local-rules-and-liability.-.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d24d49f --- /dev/null +++ b/Repo-docs-11-local-rules-and-liability.-.md @@ -0,0 +1,85 @@ + + +> Mirrored from `/mnt/DATA/git/pikebacker/docs/11_local_rules_and_liability.md`. +> Origin: `repository`. +> Active tasks and changing state belong in Gitea issues; this wiki page is durable project context. + +--- +# Local Rules and Liability + +## Principle + +Rules must be shown as advisory information with source, date, jurisdiction, confidence, and limits. + +Do not claim legal certainty unless the rule comes from a current official source and the geographic/jurisdiction match is clear. + +## Rule categories + +- cycling access, +- trail access, +- private land, +- protected area, +- wild camping, +- bivouac, +- fire bans, +- e-bike access/class, +- ferry/border constraints, +- seasonal closures, +- hunting/forestry closures, +- drone restrictions if relevant. + +## Confidence states + +- `known_allowed`, +- `known_restricted`, +- `seasonal_or_conditional`, +- `likely_allowed`, +- `likely_restricted`, +- `unclear`, +- `conflicting_sources`, +- `needs_local_confirmation`. + +## Source hierarchy + +Prefer: + +1. official authority datasets/pages, +2. protected-area authority pages, +3. national/regional open data portals, +4. OSM access tags, +5. partner/local expert data, +6. user reports. + +## User-facing copy examples + +### Access warning + +```text +Access uncertainty ahead +This forest track has incomplete bicycle access data and crosses a protected-area boundary. Use caution and follow local signs. +``` + +### Camping warning + +```text +Wild-camping rules unclear +This area may restrict overnight camping outside designated sites. Prefer listed campsite/shelter options unless you have local permission. +``` + +### Seasonal closure + +```text +Possible seasonal restriction +This segment overlaps a protected area. Check local signs and current authority notices before entering. +``` + +## Liability mitigations + +- Show source and review date. +- Show uncertainty. +- Provide alternatives. +- Let users report errors. +- Avoid routing through known restricted/private segments by default. +- Keep critical legal rules server-updatable. +- Do not monetize illegal camping hints. +- Moderate sensitive reports.