Disclaimer: Rooted in law are rules that apply to IP (intellectual property) and businesses that far exceed what you imagine. Business is much more than customers, products, services, sales, and taxes. Comprehending the fundamentals of the law is paramount to reaching beyond the scale of small business art studios and parlors. The relevance of this information, as boring as it may be, is extremely vital. This is not legal advice, it is a lawful awareness of the facts paramount to the foundation of businesses everywhere.
"Understanding THE Law, Jurisdiction, and Claim: A Foundational Perspective WHERE THE PIECES ARE PUT TOGETHER"
Things you must know that matter:
1. Fact — Law is Blind — Because It’s About Principle
The phrase “law is blind” means that law is supposed to be impartial, treating everyone equally regardless of who they are. But in practice, law depends on:
Notice and Claims: Your assertion of a right.
Jurisdiction: The authority over the subject, person, or matter.
Quit making everything personal because it’s all business — it’s about who makes a valid claim and under what authority and jurisdiction.
2. Jurisdictions Are Like Layers of Rules
Every jurisdiction (country, state, city, business) creates its own rules, codes, ordinances, and policies. They can overlap, just like:
( Tier of JURISDICTIONAL understanding )
Walmart, Kroger’s, and Publix have store policies. (This is a public offering open to the public under multiple jurisdictions.)
Cities have municipal codes. (We are not incorporated under a municipality.)
States have statutes. (We avoid lower-level jurisdictions with limited rights available to us as wards under assumed guardianship.)
The federal government has national laws. (This is where we build our organizational structures and ALL your rights exist.)
These interlocking systems of jurisdiction often conflict or overlap, which is why sometimes we must interface in-between them and with their trustees.
3. Claims Create Standing
Your standing, status, and position in court depend on your claim. Your organizational structure. A claim can come from:
Injury to a right (common law). Also know as infringement of a right.
Violation of a contract.
Breach of trust.
(IF YOU DON’T READ ANYTHING ELSE YOU SHOULD READ THIS)
If you can’t make a claim, you don’t have standing. Your primary claim is your documentation (your status) and organization (your position) of structured jurisdiction in business formation for commerce. If you're in the wrong organizational structure, you are vulnerable and open to liability and damages (interference). The court can’t hear your case if there is no proper claim or documents providing jurisdiction. A court can then claim jurisdiction over you when you're in their incorporated business structures. Under the jurisdiction of a state, they can summon you to appear, solicit a sale for representation, issue you a charge, require a license, fee, and tax, all from the use and registration of your said business in their jurisdiction, which they hold in their records of recording and minutes of trust. They are ‘service fees’ for public servants.
THIS IS HOW YOU BECOME TAXABLE
4. the Commercial Jurisdiction
Modern courts in the state generally operate in a commercial jurisdiction:
When you identify as a "person," you're subject to statutory rules. That’s just the way it is, it is the law whether you are willing to accept it or not. The word person in commerce is a business, and you need to understand the commercial venue.
From Title 15-COMMERCE AND TRADE CHAPTER 1-MONOPOLIES AND COMBINATIONS IN RESTRAINT OF TRADE. 15 USC §7. "Person" or "persons" defined
The word "person", or "persons", wherever used in sections 1 to 7 of this title shall be deemed to include corporations and associations existing under or authorized by the laws of either the United States, the laws of any of the Territories, the laws of any State, or the laws of any foreign country.(July 2, 1890, ch. 647, §8, 26 Stat. 210 .)
From Title 22-FOREIGN RELATIONS AND INTERCOURSE CHAPTER 21-SETTLEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL CLAIMS SUBCHAPTER III-CLAIMS AGAINST BULGARIA, HUNGARY, RUMANIA, ITALY, AND THE SOVIET UNION. 22 United States Code §1641. Definitions As used in this subchapter the term- (1) "Person" means a natural person, partnership, association, other unincorporated body, corporation, or body politic. (2) "National of the United States" means (A) a natural person who is a citizen of the United States, or who owes permanent allegiance to the United States, and (B) a corporation or other legal entity which is organized under the laws of the United States, any State or Territory thereof, or the District of Columbia, if natural persons who are nationals of the United States own, directly or indirectly, more than 50 per centum of the outstanding capital stock or other beneficial interest in such legal entity. It does not include aliens.
(3) "Treaty of peace", with respect to a country, means the treaty of peace with that country signed at Paris, France, February 10, 1947, which came into force between that country and the United States on September 15, 1947.
29 U.S.C. United States Code, 2019 Edition Title 29 - LABOR CHAPTER 8 - FAIR LABOR STANDARDS Sec. 203 - Definitions From the U.S. Government Publishing Office 22 USC §203. Definitions As used in this chapter— (a) "Person" means an individual, partnership, association, corporation, business trust, legal representative, or any organized group of persons. (b) "Commerce" means trade, commerce, transportation, transmission, or communication among the several States or between any State and any place outside thereof.
The lawyer (attorney-at-law a representative) is needed because you’re considered incompetent to speak for a corporate legal person created under the state jurisdiction. Pretty simple.
The judge is the trustee or administrator managing the venue for the state-created businesses held under their registrations you created.
When you owe a back service fee or they want to create a new one, they must go to the venue and settle between the parties. But when they hold title over both sides, who really is the winner? You will be compelled to pay the fee, the tax, and the license, or the registration and reinstatement fee, or be withheld from operations and commerce, and be retired.
When you give NOTICE, and file a trust as a natural man or woman, the national THE OWNER operating the business and person in commerce, you operate under a different jurisdiction and authority created outside of their jurisdiction and authority — often claiming the role of the:
Trustee/Fiduciary of the trust you and operating agreement you are operating under.
Beneficiary or grantor of the trust (e.g., your name in all caps), as the man/woman who owns the business.
Or the attorney-in-fact with lawful authority over your affairs.
When you put property and assets in trusts, you create a separate jurisdiction out of the reach of others.
5. The Bible, Trust Law, and the Court System
Modern law is rooted in Biblical and ecclesiastical principles:
Judges wear robes just like priests — symbolizing moral and equitable authority. They enter with a Bible.
Swearing on a Bible is an act of binding trust — trust law underlies much of today’s legal system. And is the superior authority and jurisdiction over people, property, rights, and titles.
Trusts (grantor → trustee → beneficiary) are the foundation of commerce, estate law, and even your relationship with the government.
Even the Pope and the Vatican operate as trusts — some say the highest earthly jurisdiction.
6. Separation of Church and State — But Only on the Surface
While we talk about “separation of church and state,” in practice:
Courts still rely on Biblical authority (oaths, equity, conscience). You must provide proof of trust. You must make the trust. A lawyer operates in their jurisdiction under their trust and owes allegiance to their trust by oath and membership. (PMA) ‘The BAR’ is a membership.
The state often uses church constructs (like trust law, redemption, and forgiveness) in legal proceedings.
The symbolism remains because the authority of conscience, equity, and trust transcends both systems.
Law is based on notice, claim, and jurisdiction.
As we know, Jurisdictions are layered — and sometimes conflict. This is simply why we go to court sometimes. Just to let them know who you are and what your jurisdiction is. You can easily file your claim (trust certificate) with a clerk of court and invoke your authority over your property, rights, titles, and claims while simultaneously breaking their presumption and assumption of jurisdiction and authority. This is the Law.
Claims must be made properly to have standing.
Statutory courts handle commerce and public trusts. It is all commercial (business). Cited in International Law, Cleafield Doctrine, U.S. Supreme Court Rulings, and The Slaughterhouse Cases.
A living business owner under standing the corporate world can step outside of this and assert their status and authority through trusts.
The whole system is rooted in trust law — from present day, going all the way back to Biblical principles and creation.
Clearfield Doctrine (U.S. Supreme Court)
Case: Clearfield Trust Co. v. United States, 318 U.S. 363 (1943)
Holding: When the U.S. government enters the marketplace (commerce), it abandons its sovereign capacity and assumes the position of a private party.
Meaning: When the government acts commercially (e.g., as a bank, employer, a court, etc.), it can be treated like any corporation — no special immunity.
Immunity does not apply when it operates in commerce.
2. United States v. Burr, 25 F. Cas. 30 (C.C.D. Va. 1807)
Key Holding (paraphrased):
“The government is not the prosecutor of offenses in its sovereign capacity but in the name of justice.”
Why it matters: Shows early precedent that government authority is limited and must be exercised with due process and fairness — not arbitrary power.
3. Trustees of Dartmouth College v. Woodward, 17 U.S. 518 (1819)
Key Holding:
A corporation is a contract, and the Constitution protects contracts from being impaired by state law.
Why it matters: Establishes that corporations, including possibly governmental bodies, exist by contractual agreement, reinforcing the commercial/jurisdictional framework.
4. Hale v. Henkel, 201 U.S. 43 (1906)
Key Holding:
A natural person has different (and more protected) rights than a corporate entity.
A corporation is a creature of the state, not an individual or national or natural man/woman the creation of God.
Why it matters: Used by many to argue the living man or woman is, in fact, a creation of God, while the legal person and its business registration are the subject and creation of another’s commercial jurisdiction.
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5. Commercial Nature of Courts
U.S. courts act commercially in many respects:
Courts charge fees.
They operate under UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) principles in many civil matters.
Your legal name, business name (ALL CAPS NAME), can be interpreted as a commercial entity. Cited in the United States Style Manual.
Courts don’t openly admit that all proceedings are commercial to the public, and it is not their responsibility for you to know the fundamentals of business and business law.
6. Trust and Equity Jurisdiction
Courts of equity deal with:
Trusts, fiduciary duties, remedies, and good faith.
These are rooted in Biblical concepts and Roman Law, and equity still underpins modern contract and trust law.
So when you hear that courts operate under trust law, that’s partly true — especially when:
There’s a grantor, trustee, and beneficiary (roles that sometimes mirror what happens in court).
7. International Law and Commercial Jurisdiction
Under international law:
Nations are seen as corporate entities in the global commercial system.
Your citizenship can be viewed as a contractual status, especially under systems like the Law of Nations, UNIDROIT, and Lex Mercatoria.
Governments and courts function commercially, often cloaked in public authority.
8. Ashwander v. TVA, 297 U.S. 288 (1936)
Justice Brandeis's Concurrence introduces key judicial principles, including:
"The Court will not pass upon the constitutionality of legislation in a friendly, non-adversary proceeding..."
Why it matters: Interpreted to mean courts only act upon a proper claim, reinforcing your point that "court is about claims and jurisdiction".
9. McCulloch v. Maryland, 17 U.S. 316 (1819)
Key Holding:
The federal government is sovereign within its proper scope, but it’s not immune from limitations when acting outside of that scope.
Why it matters: Often cited to show that government can act beyond its authority, especially when it steps into commercial or private capacities.
ClaimBacking
Courts act in commerce - Clearfield Trust Co. v. U.S. (318 U.S. 363).
Governments waive sovereignty in commerce - Clearfield + UCC implications.
Trust law governs jurisdictional authority - Equity law, fiduciary doctrine, spiritual basis acknowledged.
International law sees states and citizens as contractual entities - Global trade law, Lex Mercatoria, UN Charter principles.
15 USC § 4724 (e) (1) Definition of a United States business
(1) the term “United States business” means— (A) a United States citizen; (B) a corporation, partnership, or other association created under the laws of the United States or of any State (including the District of Columbia or any commonwealth, territory, or possession of the United States); or (C) a foreign corporation, partnership, or other association, more than 95 percent of which is owned by persons described in subparagraphs (A) and (B); and
IT’S JUST BUSINESS!
Trust law provides mechanisms that allow individuals to establish trusts with specific jurisdictional provisions, effectively creating a legal framework that can operate independently of certain default legal presumptions. By carefully drafting trust instruments, one can designate the governing law and jurisdiction, thereby influencing which legal system oversees the trust's administration and disputes.CoCounsel+1Collas Crill+1
Establishing Jurisdiction Through Trust Instruments
Trust instruments can include clauses that specify the governing law and the forum for administration. For instance, in Crociani v. Crociani, the trust deed allowed trustees to transfer the trust to a new jurisdiction, changing both the governing law and the forum for administration. However, courts have emphasized the need for clear language when interpreting such clauses. In Koonmen v. Bender, the phrase "forum for administration" was scrutinized to determine if it conferred exclusive jurisdiction, highlighting the importance of precise drafting. Collas Crill+1jerseylaw.je+1
International Recognition of Trust Jurisdiction
The Hague Trust Convention of 1985 facilitates the recognition of trusts across jurisdictions. Article 6 allows the settlor to select the governing law of the trust, which will be recognized by other contracting states, provided certain conditions are met. This convention underscores the principle that the settlor's choice of law in the trust instrument is paramount, enabling the trust to function under a legal system distinct from the settlor's domicile or the location of the trust assets.
Academic Perspectives on Jurisdictional Autonomy in Trusts
Legal scholars have explored the concept of jurisdictional autonomy in trusts. In the article "Directed Trusts and the Conflict of Laws," Jeffrey Schoenblum discusses how settlors can leverage conflict-of-law principles to establish trusts in jurisdictions with favorable laws, even if they reside elsewhere. This strategy allows for the circumvention of certain legal constraints by selecting a jurisdiction that aligns with the settlor's objectives. scholarship.law.vanderbilt.edu
Practical Considerations
Clear Drafting: Ensure that the trust instrument explicitly states the chosen governing law and jurisdiction to avoid ambiguity.Collas
Compliance: While establishing a trust with a separate jurisdiction is possible, it's essential to ensure that such arrangements comply with the trust laws of all relevant jurisdictions to avoid legal challenges.
By thoughtfully structuring a trust and clearly articulating its governing law and jurisdiction, it's feasible to create a legal entity that operates under a distinct legal framework, thereby influencing how and where legal matters related to the trust are adjudicated.
These legal frameworks and precedents support the creation of trusts with jurisdictional autonomy, allowing individuals to establish trusts that operate under a chosen legal system, potentially outside the default jurisdictional presumptions.
Creating Trusts with Chosen Jurisdiction
1. Party Autonomy in Trust Law
Trust law generally respects the settlor's intent, including the choice of governing law and jurisdiction. This principle allows for the creation of trusts that operate under a legal system selected by the settlor, provided certain conditions are met.
2. Hague Convention on the Law Applicable to Trusts and on their Recognition (1985)
This international treaty affirms that a settlor can designate the governing law of a trust, and such designation is generally upheld, even if the trust has connections to other jurisdictions. The Convention also outlines criteria for determining the applicable law when no choice is made. Wikipedia+2Antonin Scalia Law School+2Pankauski Law Firm PLLC+2
Case Law Supporting Jurisdictional Autonomy in Trusts
1. Hanson v. Denckla, 357 U.S. 235 (1958)
The U.S. Supreme Court held that a state court could not exercise jurisdiction over a trust administered in another state without sufficient minimum contacts. This case underscores the importance of respecting the jurisdiction chosen for trust administration.
2. Crociani v. Crociani [2014] UKPC 40
The Privy Council examined a trust that allowed for the change of governing law and forum for administration. The court recognized that such clauses are valid, provided they are clearly expressed, highlighting the importance of precise drafting in establishing jurisdictional autonomy. Collas Crill
Establishing a Jurisdiction-Independent Trust
Many legal practitioners advocate for the creation of "jurisdiction-independent trusts," which are designed to operate without reliance on any specific state's laws. This approach emphasizes the private nature of trusts and seeks to minimize the impact of changing laws or political climates on trust administration. Durfee Law
Practical Considerations
Clarity in Drafting: To establish a trust with jurisdictional autonomy, it's crucial to clearly specify the governing law and forum for administration within the trust instrument.Collas Crill
Compliance with Local Laws: While selecting a governing law, ensure that the choice does not contravene the public policy of jurisdictions with which the trust has significant connections.
Professional Guidance: Consulting with legal professionals experienced in international trust law can help navigate the complexities involved in establishing such trusts.
This support shows how a 508 (c) (1) (A) organizations, particularly those organized as private NGO’S, churches, or an integrated auxiliaries, and associations can enjoy a unique form of legal and jurisdictional autonomy.
this is the law and why the elites use 508 (c) (1) (A) Organizations that have Have Autonomy and not registered with a state
Constitutional Foundation – First Amendment
The U.S. Constitution prohibits Congress from making laws “respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.”
This creates a jurisdictional barrier between church organizations and the state and taxes, meaning churches do not need permission (like IRS recognition) to exist or operate tax-free — their rights are pre-existing and recognized, not granted.
Statutory Exemption – IRC § 508(c)(1)(A)
Unlike 501(c)(3) charities, churches under 508(c)(1)(A) are automatically tax-exempt and not required to file Form 1023 for IRS recognition.
This reflects Congress's recognition that churches are fundamentally outside of standard federal regulatory jurisdiction, due to the First Amendment and longstanding common law.
Private & Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction
Many 508(c)(1)(A) organizations are structured under natural law, trust law, and ecclesiastical authority, allowing them to operate as self-governing entities.
When structured properly (e.g. as a private irrevocable ecclesiastical trust), they exist outside the jurisdiction of statutory agencies, unless they voluntarily interact.
Trust Law & Autonomy
Trusts predate the Constitution and are recognized under common law as a way to hold and govern property privately.
When a church or religious body organizes under private trust, it operates under a private law jurisdiction— not under corporate statutory frameworks — unless it opts in.
This is especially powerful when jurisdiction is clearly disclaimed in the trust instrument.
Case Law Recognizing Autonomy
Holy Trinity Church v. United States, 143 U.S. 457 (1892): the U.S. is a “Christian nation” and recognizes the unique legal standing of religious bodies.
Watson v. Jones, 80 U.S. 679 (1871): Courts must not interfere in ecclesiastical decisions unless property or fraud is involved — again affirming jurisdictional limits.
It’s Simple:
508(c)(1)(A) status reflects a jurisdictional and legal autonomy based on trust law, natural rights, and constitutional protections.
This is not a loophole — it's a legal structure acknowledging that jurisdiction over church affairs belongs to God and His laws, not the state.
When paired with a properly formed private ecclesiastical trust, this creates a recognized yet independent entity, free from taxation and many regulatory entanglements — provided it doesn’t step into commercial or political entanglements that waive such protections.
THIS IS COMPLIANCE IN A SYSTEM YOU NEVER FULLY UNDERSTOOD.
Tattooing has deep spiritual, tribal, and historical roots that strongly parallel the idea that “church starts at home, and why this legally works” — faith, culture, and identity begin within the family and community, not in institutions alone.
Here's how tattooing connects to that:
1. Spiritual and Sacred Expression
Across many ancient cultures — Polynesian, Native American, African, Celtic, and others — tattoos were sacred marks symbolizing one's relationship to the divine, ancestors, or the spiritual world. They were often applied in ceremonial contexts, marking rites of passage, protection, honor, or connection to higher powers. In this sense, tattooing was (and still can be) a form of prayer, covenant, or spiritual commitment — deeply personal and often guided by family or tribal elders.
2. Tribal and Familial Identity
Tattoos historically carried family lineage, tribal roles, and community standing. They were identifiers passed down through generations, like a living family crest or sacred seal. In many traditions, these marks were applied at home, within the community, by those with ancestral authority — not by outside institutions. This reinforces the idea that the deepest truths and cultural expressions begin with the family, not the state or church.
3. Historical Sovereignty
Historically, tattoos have been used as symbols of sovereignty and autonomy. Warriors, shamans, and spiritual leaders marked their bodies as declarations of independence, belonging, or divine calling — outside of centralized power structures. Today, reclaiming tattooing as a spiritual, cultural, or healing act can also be a reclaiming of jurisdiction over one’s own body, life, and belief — much like forming a trust or private association.
4. Modern Relevance
In today’s world, where tattooing is often commercialized, reconnecting it to its spiritual and cultural roots can transform studios into sacred spaces of healing, remembrance, and expression. When practiced consciously, tattooing can be aligned with natural law, tribal custom, and even religious liberty — making it a protected act under spiritual expression, not just commercial art.
Modern commercial entertainment has commodified tattooing, reducing it to fashion, shock value, or a quick trend — stripping it of its deep spiritual, cultural, and ancestral roots. What once served as sacred markings of identity, initiation, protection, and expression of faith or lineage has been flattened into content for consumption. This erasure not only disrespects the traditions from which tattooing originates, but also disconnects people from the very heritage that gave tattooing its meaning.
As artists, we are called not just to ink skin, but to rehabilitate and restore tattooing to its rightful place as a living language of creation, expression, and remembrance. We carry the responsibility to honor its roots — tribal, spiritual, and sacred — and help clients reconnect with the deeper significance of what it means to mark the body with intention, history, and soul. This is more than art; it is cultural and spiritual stewardship.
it is all BIBLICAL by nature
The jurisdictional principles in trust law, ecclesiastical authority, and private association law do relate directly to 508(c)(1)(A) organizations, especially when structured as churches, religious trusts, or private ecclesiastical bodies.
How Civil Trust Law, Ecclesiastical Authority, and 508(c)(1)(A) Status Connect
1. 508 (c) (1) (A) Is Based on Ecclesiastical Autonomy
508(c)(1)(A) organizations are churches and their integrated auxiliaries.
They are automatically tax-exempt and do not need to apply to the IRS — because they fall under the First Amendment.
This autonomy is recognized, not granted — meaning it’s inherent, not regulatory.
Key Case: Church of the Holy Trinity v. United States, 143 U.S. 457 (1892) — affirmed that the U.S. is based on a religious foundation and government must respect ecclesiastical institutions.
2. Trust Law Provides the Legal Structure
Many churches are organized as ecclesiastical or religious trusts, often irrevocable and private.
A private trust, properly established, is not subject to statutory jurisdiction unless it steps into commerce or waives its autonomy.
Trust Law Principle: A trust is a private contract between grantor, trustee, and beneficiary, and exists independently of the state unless regulated entities (like corporations) are involved.
3. ‘The Private’ Jurisdiction Is Preserved by Law
You can use legal structures like:
Private Membership Associations (PMAs)
Religious or Ecclesiastical Trusts
Non-registered 508(c)(1)(A) religious organizations to operate outside normal statutory oversight
(under statutory oversight public 501(c)(3) with mandatory reporting), As long as you:
Do not engage in political lobbying,
Do not violate criminal law,
And stay within the bounds of religious, spiritual, educational, or charitable mission.
Case Example: Watson v. Jones, 80 U.S. 679 (1871) — the court ruled it would not interfere in ecclesiastical matters, setting a precedent for ecclesiastical jurisdictional immunity.
4. Civil Courts Respect Religious Autonomy
Courts cannot interfere with internal church doctrine or administration unless fraud, property dispute, or abuse of corporate law is involved.
Key Doctrine: The Ecclesiastical Abstention Doctrine prevents courts from getting involved in religious governance, aligning with 508(c)(1)(A) protections.
5. Separation of Jurisdiction — How You Can Use It
When you create a 508(c)(1)(A) religious organization structured as a private irrevocable trust or PMA, you can lawfully:
Operate outside of corporate statutory jurisdiction
You keep your records private and not public
Legally and lawfully avoid IRS registration or annual reporting without evasion
Maintain internal governance free from court interference
Claim religious protections under both trust law and the First Amendment
Legal Tools That Bridge the Gap
Authority Backing 508(c)(1)(A) Constitutional church exemption 26 U.S.C. §508(c)(1)(A), First Amendment Private Religious Trust Legal structure for autonomy Common Law Trust Doctrine, Restatement (Third) of Trusts PMAs Lawful private association U.S. v. Membership Corp., 1991; NAACP v. Alabama (1958) Ecclesiastical Abstention Court stays out of internal church affairs Watson v. Jones (1871), Serbian E. Orthodox Diocese v. Milivojevich (1976) Hale v. HenkelMan vs. corporate entity distinction 201 U.S. 43 (1906).
How Canon Law and Ecclesiastical Concepts Relate to 508 (c) (1) (A)
1. 508 (c) (1) (A) Recognizes Ecclesiastical Autonomy
508(c)(1)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code exempts:
“churches, their integrated auxiliaries, and conventions or associations of churches”
from needing to apply for tax-exempt status (like 501(c)(3)s must).This exemption acknowledges the jurisdictional autonomy of ecclesiastical (church) organizations, meaning:
They are not creations of the state;
Their right to exist is pre-constitutional and pre-statutory;
They are protected under the First Amendment and common law of trust;
They are not required to file Form 1023, report donors, or be approved by the IRS.
So, Canon Law — while not binding in U.S. courts — reflects the spiritual jurisdiction that a church may claim, which the U.S. legal system respects via 508(c)(1)(A).
Legal References Supporting Ecclesiastical and Trust-Based Jurisdiction
Here are civil and trust law authorities that support the use of trust or private structures to establish separate jurisdictions — particularly for religious or non-statutory purposes:
1. Clearfield Trust Co. v. United States, 318 U.S. 363 (1943)
“When the United States government enters into commercial business, it abandons its sovereign capacity and is to be treated like any other corporation.”
Why it matters: Recognizes separation between sovereign actions and commercial acts — supporting your right to create non-commercial ecclesiastical trusts that remain outside of state commerce.
2. Hale v. Henkel, 201 U.S. 43 (1906)
“The individual may stand upon his constitutional rights as a citizen… He owes no duty to the state… in respect of his purely personal activities.”
Often cited to affirm that a natural person has rights that exist outside of corporate or statutory jurisdictions — similar to what a 508(c)(1)(A) organization claims when organized as a natural law trust or ecclesiastical body.
3. Watson v. Jones, 80 U.S. 679 (1871)
The court ruled that civil authorities may not interfere in ecclesiastical disputes.
Why it matters: This confirms that churches govern their own internal affairs, including matters of doctrine, leadership, and property — a core principle upheld by 508(c)(1)(A).
4. Davis v. Beason, 133 U.S. 333 (1890)
Though upholding limits on polygamy, the Court affirmed that freedom of religion includes the right to operate under religious beliefs, unless they conflict with criminal law.
Why it matters: Reinforces that religious organizations (like those under 508(c)(1)(A)) operate within distinct legal protection.
5. Holy Trinity Church v. United States, 143 U.S. 457 (1892)
"This is a Christian nation."
Not legally binding today in strict terms, but often referenced in defense of biblically-based jurisdiction or faith-based organizational authority.
Summary: Key Legal Foundation for 508(c)(1)(A) Structures
Principle Legal Basis Churches are not subject to IRS approval IRC §508(c)(1)(A) Courts can't govern internal religious affairs Watson v. Jones, 80 U.S. 679 Natural persons and religious bodies have standing outside statutory jurisdiction Hale v. Henkel, Clearfield Trust Co.Ecclesiastical trusts operate in separate jurisdiction from commercial law Trust law + First Amendment
Commercial trust structuring and using intellectual property, negotiable instruments, and securities lawfully within the trust framework. Here's how it works step by step.
Key Concepts: Trusts + Commerce + UCC + Securities
1. Trademark Held in Trust
When you trademark your business name and assign it to a trust, the trust becomes the legal owner of that intellectual property (IP). This allows:
The trust (not you personally) to control licensing, brand use, and enforce exclusivity.
Any income generated (e.g. royalties, brand licensing, goodwill sales) to be trust property.
You to remain the trustee and control the asset while shielding it from personal liability.
2. Trust as a Commercial Holder of Instruments and Securities
Under UCC Articles 3, 8, and 9 and the Securities Exchange Act, a trust can:
Hold negotiable instruments like promissory notes, checks, bills of exchange.
Own investment securities such as bonds, equity shares, treasury instruments.
Issue or accept private debt instruments (like your own notes) within the trust.
Classify these as trust assets, giving the trustee lawful management over them.
Use assignment, endorsement, lien, or security interest mechanisms for control or transfer.
3. How You Control Them Differently via Trust
In commerce, separation of ownership (trust) from management (trustee) allows:
You (as trustee or grantor) to operate as the man, not the commercial person;
The trust to serve as a holder in due course or secured party;
More privacy and control in lawful commercial activity;
The ability to issue private contracts or notes that are negotiable or securitized;
Allocation of profits, notes, or assets to beneficiaries, possibly even tax-exempt (if structured under 508(c)(1)(A)).
Legal Foundations
Concept Law or Source Trusts can hold and control IP, securities, and debt instruments UCC §1-201, §3-301, §8-102, §9-102, Restatement (Third) of Trusts A trust can be a "person" under commercial law UCC §1-201(b)(27) Trustees can endorse, enforce, and securitize instruments UCC Article 3 & 9 Holding in trust separates legal title from beneficial interest Bogert & Scott on Trusts, Restatement of Trusts Trust property protected from personal creditors if properly formed Spend thrift provisions, equitable title doctrine
Example Application
If your 508(c)(1)(A) trust owns:
A trademarked name (whether used in public ministry or in a commercial capacity in commerce);
A secured interest in a promissory note or private loan agreement;
A portfolio of bonds or crypto held in trust;
Tangible property (e.g. a boat, business equipment, land);
Then these can be:
Used as collateral for loans;
Sold for value (UCC transfer of interest);
Gifted or distributed to beneficiaries;
Defended as exempt trust property under religious and trust protections.
Important Caution
To avoid any risk of being seen as "abusing" legal structures:
Stay in compliance with UCC, state trust law, and securities regulations.
Avoid mixing personal and trust funds (piercing the veil).
Use proper accounting and clear documentation.
Do not promise fixed returns unless properly registered (SEC/Blue Sky laws).
Have a valid trust indenture or agreement that details fiduciary duties and powers.
What You Can Do Without 508 (c) (1) (A) Status
You can absolutely:
Trademark Your Name
– As a natural person, business, or trust
– Under common law (™) or federal registration (® via USPTO)Assign the Trademark to a Trust
– A private trust, irrevocable trust, living trust, or even a contract trust
– The trust becomes the legal owner of the IPUse the Trust in Commerce
– To license the trademark
– To collect royalties, fees, or payments
– To collateralize the name in financial transactions (e.g., security interest under UCC Article 9)
What 508 (c) (1) (A) Adds (But Isn’t Required for IP or Trust)
A 508(c)(1)(A) status is only relevant if you're forming a church or religious organization.
It provides automatic tax exemption without IRS filing.
It's a jurisdictional shield against government intrusion — but not required to own or control property.
If your main goal is privacy, asset control, and commerce, you can do everything with a private trust and trademark without invoking a 508(c)(1)(A).
Law of Agency fully supports the use of Power of Attorney (POA) to act for yourself and over your estate, property, and instruments — especially when acting as the living man/woman over the legal person or estate name.
Here's how this works legally:
Law of Agency and Power of Attorney: Key Principles
1. You Can Be Your Own Agent (Attorney-in-Fact)
Under common law and agency law, you can declare yourself the attorney-in-fact for the legal estate, the property and rights (e.g., the ALL CAPS name, business name or trust name).
This is often done through a durable power of attorney or a declaration of authority.
Restatement (Third) of Agency § 3.01:
“An agency relationship arises when the principal manifests assent to another person (the agent) to act on the principal’s behalf and subject to the principal’s control.”
2. You Can Manage Estate, Property, and Contracts
A properly constructed POA allows you to:
Sign contracts
Manage real and personal property
Access financial accounts
Represent the legal person in commerce
Control all fiduciary functions related to the estate
3. Acting Over the ESTATE and creation of (e.g., JOHN DOE)
The legal name (often represented in all caps in statutory law and commerce) can be treated as a construct or trust created by the state.
You, as the living man/woman, can assign yourself authority over it via power of attorney. It is the law!
This is akin to becoming the executor or trustee over the estate in law.
Matched with registration as owner of the name with the United States Patent and Trademark office, this is a very powerful tool in commerce.
Legal Doctrines & Citations
Restatement (Third) of Agency §§ 1.01, 2.01–2.03
Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA) – Adopted in many U.S. states
Fiduciary Law – When acting under POA, you have fiduciary responsibility
UCC § 3-402 – Signing on behalf of another party (i.e., the estate name)
Practical Example
Say your name is JOHN DOE. You as the living man, John of the family Doe, can create:
Declaration of Authority & Power of Attorney
“I, John of the family Doe, a living man, do hereby appoint myself attorney-in-fact for the estate JOHN DOE, with full authority to manage, direct, and execute all rights, titles, and interests therein, including property, securities, contracts, and all instruments created or held in that name.”
You may notarize and record something as simple as this to evidence the standing and agency relationship.
You have every lawful right to unincorporate, restructure, and operate within the boundaries of law in a way that supports you and your families interests, reduces unnecessary tax burdens, and reclaims control from systems that often overreach by default, not by force.
This is not defiance — THIS IS COMPLIANCE IN A SYSTEM YOU NEVER FULLY UNDERSTOOD.
a framework built on the freedom of association and voluntary participation.
The truth is simple: the law provides options, and most remain unaware they have a choice.
On the other side of that choice lies a world of strategic financial advantages where you control your business, where your rights are better protected, your assets are better stewarded, and your money supports causes you choose to donate to.
not public systems you can’t control.
This is the private.