Terms of Use
Effective date: October 22, 2026
Cigar Rights of America (“CRA”) is a tax-exempt social welfare organization under Section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code, dedicated to protecting the rights of adult premium cigar consumers, retailers, and manufacturers.
These Terms of Use govern access to CRA's website and online informational resources. By using the website, you agree to these Terms to the extent permitted by law. Transactions and services offered through separate membership, payment, or political contribution platforms may be subject to additional terms presented at the time of use.
Adults 21 and older
This website and CRA membership programs are intended for adults age 21 or older. By entering the website you represent that you meet that age requirement. The site's age-confirmation mechanism relies on visitor affirmation and is not independent proof of age.
Informational and advocacy content
CRA publishes advocacy updates, commentary, analysis, news, resources, retailer listings, tax information, and cigar shipping restrictions for general informational purposes. Laws, policies, shipping rules, tax rates, business information, and legislative developments can change rapidly. CRA does not guarantee the completeness or continued accuracy of every item and does not provide legal, tax, financial, or other individualized professional advice. Check current requirements with relevant authorities or qualified advisers before relying on them.
Membership and eligibility
Membership categories, eligibility, dues, terms, and benefits are described on the applicable CRA membership pages and enrollment forms. Joining CRA does not guarantee specific legislative, regulatory, or litigation outcomes. CRA may review applications for eligibility and accuracy and may update programs or benefits subject to applicable commitments and law.
Cigar Insider benefit. Eligible CRA members are automatically enrolled in the Cigar Insider publication benefit as part of their membership, but may opt out by emailing info@cigarrights.org. CRA shares the member’s name, email address, and mailing address with the publisher to arrange enrollment and delivery, as further described in our Privacy Policy. Benefit availability, duration, and fulfillment are subject to the applicable membership offer and publisher arrangements.
Membership cards. CRA uses an outside fulfillment provider to produce and mail membership cards. We share members' names and mailing addresses for that purpose, and the provider destroys the fulfillment data after use, as described in our Privacy Policy.
Unless the applicable offer states otherwise or the law requires a different result, CRA membership dues, contributions, and gifts are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Please confirm the amount and type of payment before completing a transaction.
Automatic renewal and recurring payments
CRA offers both automatically renewing and non-automatically renewing memberships. A membership enrolled in automatic renewal may be charged again at the renewal interval disclosed and authorized during enrollment unless automatic renewal is canceled. To request cancellation of automatic renewal, email info@cigarrights.org. CRA currently handles cancellation requests by email. A membership that is not enrolled in automatic renewal expires at the end of its paid term unless the member affirmatively renews it.
The applicable enrollment and checkout disclosures govern the amount, billing frequency, renewal date, and any deadline for avoiding the next charge. CRA will honor cancellation rights and offer any additional cancellation methods, acknowledgments, reminders, and disclosures required by applicable law. Cancellation of future renewals does not, by itself, entitle the member to a refund of dues already paid, except when required by law or the applicable offer.
The checkout or renewal notice may provide additional plan-specific terms and cancellation instructions. Nothing in these Terms restricts cancellation rights or remedies provided by applicable law.
Tax treatment and contributions
CRA is a Section 501(c)(4) organization. Membership dues, gifts, and contributions to CRA are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Certain business-related payments may have different tax treatment depending on applicable law, lobbying activity, and individual circumstances. CRA does not provide personal tax advice.
Contributions to CRA PAC are separate from general CRA membership dues and donations. PAC transactions are governed by applicable campaign-finance law and the contribution form's separate notices, eligibility rules, and transaction conditions. CRA membership does not by itself authorize someone to make a political contribution.
Payments and third-party providers
CRA uses third-party providers for some membership, payment, fulfillment, and account functions. Additional provider terms and privacy notices may apply. CRA is not responsible for the uninterrupted operation of systems outside its control. Contact CRA if you believe a transaction involving CRA was handled incorrectly.
Advocacy participation
You may use CRA's resources to follow public policy or voluntarily communicate with elected officials and agencies. Information submitted to a public official may be subject to that recipient's recordkeeping or disclosure requirements. You are responsible for the accuracy and content of communications you choose to send. CRA cannot guarantee a response or any particular policy result.
Retailer listings, maps, and promotions
Retailer directory information, cigar tax maps, shipping restriction guides, and related resources are provided as a convenience. Listing a business does not guarantee its hours, inventory, services, regulatory compliance, or current CRA membership. Inclusion does not necessarily indicate endorsement of all products or practices. Product offers, promotional samples, merchandise, and any tobacco-related fulfillment are subject to applicable offer terms, age restrictions, and law.
Acceptable website use
Do not attempt to gain unauthorized access to CRA accounts, databases, or administrative systems; interfere with website availability; submit fraudulent or abusive material; harvest personal information for unauthorized solicitation; or misrepresent an affiliation with CRA. CRA may take reasonable steps to protect its services and users, consistent with applicable law.
Intellectual property
Unless otherwise indicated, original CRA website content, branding, graphics, and other protected material belong to CRA or its licensors. You may link to publicly available pages and use excerpts as permitted by law, with appropriate attribution. Other reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use requires permission from the relevant rights holder. Third-party material and trademarks remain the property of their owners.
External links and services
Links to other websites are provided for information or convenience and do not necessarily imply endorsement. CRA does not control the content, security, privacy practices, or availability of independent third-party websites.
Privacy
CRA's Privacy Policy explains how CRA collects and uses information in connection with its website and services.
Availability and legal limitations
CRA endeavors to provide a reliable website but cannot promise uninterrupted service or error-free information. To the extent permitted by law, the website and its informational content are provided without additional warranties. Nothing in these Terms eliminates any right or remedy that cannot lawfully be waived or limits obligations imposed by applicable consumer-protection law.
Changes to these Terms
CRA may update these Terms as its website, programs, or legal obligations change. Updates will appear here with a revised effective date. Material changes affecting a specific transaction or ongoing service will be handled as required by applicable law and transaction terms.
Contact CRA
Cigar Rights of America
210 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Email: info@cigarrights.org
Telephone: (800) 460-0729