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I have supplied truthful and accurate information in the application form above.

The material that I have submitted is mine. I have exclusive rights to the material and the material is original to me.

I understand that the copy of the screenplay I have submitted will not be returned to me, and that I have retained a copy for my own uses.

I understand and agree that the burden of securing copyright or WGA registration for my screenplay lies entirely with me. Script Writers Haven recommends that screenplays be registered with the WGA (323-782-4500).

I have read and understand the rules and intentions of the Script Writers Haven Contests. I understand that all contest fees are non-refundable and that all submissions for the contest are final. 

I agree to hold the Script Writers Haven harmless from and defend them against all claims, demands, losses, costs, damages, judgments, liabilities and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising out of or in connection with any and all claims or third parties, whether or not groundless, based on any screenplays, plots, characters or ideas submitted to the Script Writers Haven Contests or on any screenplay, film or material developed out of those screenplays, plots, characters or ideas.

Release Form

As sole owner and author of the submitted screenplay, I fully attest that the following is true and correct:

I have read, understand and agree fully with the official terms and conditions of the Script Writers Haven Contests and hereby request that you read, evaluate and judge my submitted screenplay.

I warrant that I am the author of the submitted screenplay and that I have the full and exclusive rights to submit the screenplay to the Script Writers Haven Contests. I further understand that submissions with multiple authors must include each author's signature on this agreement and that if more than one party signs this agreement, the reference "I" throughout the agreement shall apply to each party, jointly and severally.

Multiple submissions are accepted, but a separate Application Form must accompany each submission along with a Release Form and the appropriate entry fee.

Fees - All submissions must be postmarked no later than May 30th (Annual Contest) and the 30th of each month (Monthly Contest). The standard submission fee is: Full-Length Feature ($45 USD), Short-Length Feature ($40 USD), One-Hour Teleplay ($20 USD), and Half-Hour Teleplay ($20 USD). Electronic submissions must be submitted and received through the Electronic Submission Form no later than midnight of said "postmark" dates. Mail in submissions must be postmarked no later than May 30th (Annual Contest) and the 30th of each month (Monthly Contest). Entry fees are non-refundable. All submissions are final.

I warrant that the submitted screenplay is not currently under option and/or has not been purchased by any third party.

I acknowledge and understand that neither Script Writers Haven nor any of its officers, employees or representatives will seek employment for me, nor is the Script Writers Haven serving as my agent, manager or representative.

I warrant that the submitted screenplay does not invade or defame the rights of any person, living or dead.

I hereby agree to abide by the decisions of the judges with regard to all matters and understand that there will be no refund of any fees. 

I hereby grant the Script Writers Haven Contests the nonexclusive right to use my name, photograph, and likeness in connection with any and all promotional activities.

I have retained at least two copies of the submitted screenplay, and I hereby release the Script Writers Haven Contests from any and all liability for loss of, or damage to, the copy of said material submitted hereunder.

I understand the Script Writers Haven Contests accepts no liability whatsoever for loss or non-receipt of my screenplay or for the unauthorized use of all or part of my screenplay by any person.

I hereby indemnify the Script Writers Haven Contests, its officers, employees, representatives, readers, judges, sponsors, and affiliates from and defend them against any and all claims, demands, costs, damages, judgments, expenses losses or liabilities arising out of or in connection with any and all claims, whether or not groundless, that may arise in connection with this screenplay submission.

I understand that any disputes shall be submitted to arbitration in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the American Arbitration Association then in effect. The arbitrator’s decision shall be controlled by the terms and conditions of this agreement and shall be final and binding, and shall provide for each party to bear his or its own costs of arbitration and attorneys’ fees.

Notice for Colorado and Vermont Users: Colorado and Vermont state law prevents residents of those states from participating in any contest that requires a fee to enter. Notice for California Users: Under California Civil Section 1789.3, California users are entitled to the following specific consumer rights notice: The Complaint Assistance Unit of the Division of the California Department of Consumer Affairs may be contacted in writing at 400 R Street, Suite 1080, Sacramento, California 95814, or by telephone at (916) 445-1254 or (800) 952-5210.

*I have completely read and agree to the official terms and conditions stated for the Script Writers Haven Contests.

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