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# Legal Structure

## Asset Custody

### Digital Assets

| Asset Type      | Custody Method               |
| --------------- | ---------------------------- |
| **TPT Tokens**  | User wallets (non-custodial) |
| **Stablecoins** | Smart contract escrow        |
| **Asset NFTs**  | Smart contract registry      |

The protocol does not take custody of user funds. All assets remain in smart contracts with predefined rules.

### Off-Chain Documentation

| Document Type         | Custody                     |
| --------------------- | --------------------------- |
| **Original Invoices** | Licensed document custodian |
| **Proof of Delivery** | Platform secure storage     |
| **KYC/KYB Records**   | Compliant identity provider |

## Investor Protections

### Structural Protections

| Protection                     | Description                                   |
| ------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------- |
| **Bankruptcy Remote**          | Asset pools isolated from platform operations |
| **First-Priority Interest**    | Investors have senior claim on receivables    |
| **Legal Assignment**           | Clear title transfer to investors             |
| **Smart Contract Enforcement** | Automatic execution of terms                  |

### Documentation

Each investment includes:

* Assignment agreement (receivable → investor)
* Debtor acknowledgment (where applicable)
* Clear waterfall for payments
* Default and recovery procedures

## Legal Recourse

### Against Defaulting Debtors

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### Grace Period

Allow for late payment.
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### Formal Demand

Legal notice to debtor.
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### Collection Agency

Third-party collectors engaged.
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### Legal Action

Court proceedings if necessary.
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### Judgment Enforcement

Asset seizure, wage garnishment.
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### Against Fraudulent Sellers

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### Stake Slashing

Seller's collateral forfeited.
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### Platform Ban

Permanent exclusion.
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### Legal Reporting

Authorities notified.
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### Civil Action

Damages pursued.
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## Jurisdictional Considerations

### User Considerations

| User Type     | Requirements                            |
| ------------- | --------------------------------------- |
| **Investors** | KYC verification, jurisdiction check    |
| **Sellers**   | KYB verification, business registration |
| **Traders**   | Basic verification                      |

### Restricted Jurisdictions

The platform may not be available in certain jurisdictions due to regulatory requirements. Users are responsible for compliance with local laws.

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Specific legal structure details will be published in a separate legal disclosure document.
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## Compliance Framework

### AML/KYC

| Requirement                | Implementation           |
| -------------------------- | ------------------------ |
| **Identity Verification**  | Third-party KYC provider |
| **Business Verification**  | KYB for all sellers      |
| **Transaction Monitoring** | Automated screening      |
| **Suspicious Activity**    | SAR filing procedures    |

### Regulatory Engagement

The team maintains:

* Ongoing dialogue with regulators
* Legal counsel in key jurisdictions
* Adaptable compliance framework
* Transparent communication with users