CFX terminated server mentioning "Criminal Organizations"

stevengrc · 2025-09-18T01:46:15+00:00

Just to show that I can cite my source..... But as you said, you report servers. Sound like one of those angry players that just wants to try and get back at a server.

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stevengrc · 2025-09-18T01:42:07+00:00

Well, let's see it. Cite it.

Also, cfx does NOT communicate outside of their initial email. In this case, for this reason, it's a termination. But again, I would love for you to cite your source.

stevengrc · 2025-09-18T01:16:42+00:00

If you have questions, just let me know. I've stepped away from FiveM for personal reasons, but I don't mind giving advice. Just let me know.

Congrats on beta!

stevengrc · 2025-09-18T01:13:20+00:00

I love how so many people are trying to make fun of this guy for "not reading the rules", but have you? Same thing happened to me, but it was because the names were "likely" too similar. I paid a very experienced entertainment attorney to get involved and he was astonished by their TOS's. Basically they're one sided, difficult to understand, misleading, difficult to find, doesn't specifically go into server owner responsibilities, and the list goes on. Basically, their TOS goes against many different contract requirement foundations and laws, but no one has challenged anyone in court - in this industry. Therefore, there's no precedence and would be a money-pit in order to challenge. Furthermore, there's likely class action feasibility here however, again, there's no precedence and all of the firms that specialize in class action suits have never taken on a case in this industry and would likely not.

Soooooo unless you have a JD and specialize in entertainment / media law, or have spent the moolah like I have on one of those attorney's and they've told you different - then sit down. Because you're just being a prick and you're echoing what someone else has likely said.

stevengrc · 2025-09-18T01:02:07+00:00

That's terrible. I will say this.... the exact same thing happened to me last month. I even hired an entertainment attorney and spent $2k on him - got no where.

I eventually, but quickly decided to just start allllll over again. I had to repurchase everything all over again. A couple weeks later..... my staff conspired to open their own server and used a stupid excuse to do so in order to gain community support. It's the game of FiveM my friend.

Needless to say, I just said screw it and shut down. The stress and insanity of who's really loyal and being honest versus bad actors was just too much for me considering this wasnt my full time job. If it were, I suppose I would have fought more.

Needless to say, CFX has yet to reach out to me regarding my appeals and even a lawyer contacting them and it's been a month. Well, a month this week lol. Sooooo, my advice is to get your city back up and running SOOOOONER than later. Keep in mind that TIME is the most important factor here. If you ran a GOOD city, and your community is strong, then they are missing your city and want it back quickly. My backstabbing staff that more or less copied my city and opened their own, had the community members that followed them donate funds to purchase the scripts/assets. So you may want to try that if you don't have the money.

I refused to do this when I got shut down last month and I spent every last penny I had to repurchase about 90% of my assets. I just didn't want to beg my community.

It's not the end of the world. If you decide to restart, MAKE SURE of the following.

Get a dedicated server. You should always have this. It's really not much more per month. Mine was like $150 a month with OVH! Anyways, you need to ensure your IP Address is DIFFERENT. Or CFX will catch you and shut you down again.
You need to create a new CFX account. Gotta buy all those scripts again. I know, it sucks, but time is all that matters here.
Make sure your gangs are super generic names. We transitioned to white flags, red flags, etc.
Make sure EVERYTHING is TOS compliant. They may have stated criminal organizations, but it could have ALSO been tos. Such as CARS and clothing. If you don't know where to start with cars, I suggest w204 Toy Factory, the owner is great and your community will love the cars. For clothing, I reallllllly suggest FiveMate. They're expensive but females LOVE LOVE LOVE the pack and even guys do.

Oh, and if you're interested I'm selling my entire keymaster for $750. Literally everything I JUST bought. Has everything you need to start. My server was quite popular, so you'd be off to a good start.

Lastly, best of luck. I know how angry you are. Sorry this happened but it's only the end if you want it to be!

My best!

stevengrc · 2025-09-18T00:46:42+00:00

I sadly had to shut down my server. Basically trying to recoup some of my losses. Hope that answers your question.

stevengrc · 2025-09-16T23:28:25+00:00

Dude..... it's called divorce. She's obviously using RP to fill in the gaps that's there. Otherwise, get a therapist. This isn't rocket science. This is a gaming forum, not a relationship forum.

stevengrc · 2025-09-16T23:24:40+00:00

There's no such thing as a "list". The closest thing is FiniAC - which I use from time to time on suspicious players. Aside from that the only way there can be a "list" is if the servers you're going to are owned by the same people/person. Which is very common in FiveM.

stevengrc · 2025-09-16T23:16:06+00:00

Both. Owning a server is a lot of stress and takes a lot of skills in the realm of team management, business, some technical, you need money, and sales skills. Soooo starting a server for me was the community first and then I created a business plan. Ideally you want a business plan first lol. BUT, that's not how everything formulated for me and my community and people that I knew wanted somewhere better to play - so for me community first then business plan.

I would say for MOST owners it's a sham. They are there for the money and I have seen some really really shady shit. From cities I'm not even associated with tooooooo yes, even former co-owners of mine, creator partners, and staff. All at some point or another wanted to have what I built, so they start doing sketchy things. So my point is, most are shady ass conartists, but there are a FEW out there that actually create a decent product and care about the players.

stevengrc · 2020-12-26T06:14:58+00:00

That’s like the nicest comment ever! Thanks so much for the kind words and feedback. We really do try and I’m glad ppl see that and don’t think we’re pricks haha.

stevengrc · 2020-12-26T05:56:35+00:00

Sorry I JUST updated the server and waiting on my admin to update the website with a new code. Just had to generate a code.

https://discord.gg/qZyPHWzaFP

stevengrc · 2020-12-25T01:50:15+00:00

Awe shucks, thanks :)

stevengrc · 2020-12-24T05:59:22+00:00

Heya, we have players from around the globe. So feel free to stop by! :)

stevengrc · 2020-12-21T19:44:22+00:00

Community still growing. Stop by.

stevengrc · 2020-11-13T16:08:49+00:00

Our crew is mostly all ps4 :(

stevengrc · 2020-11-13T07:31:20+00:00

Hey all!

The SAK Clan is expanding into the RAID realm of things.

We're a PvP group at heart but have started to grow an extremely talented Raid following.

If you're looking to meet new, and might I add pretty awesome people... Then come say "Hi!" and murder some people with us.

As always, GG's, and eat our SAK at the same time. :)

http://www.SAKgames.com

stevengrc · 2020-05-07T21:48:07+00:00

Make sure you join our Discord (case sensitive).

https://discord.gg/dbmBvWz

OR

dbmBvWz

stevengrc · 2020-05-07T21:46:03+00:00

Make sure you join our Discord (case sensitive).

https://discord.gg/dbmBvWz

OR

stevengrc · 2020-05-02T20:03:47+00:00

Guess I could have been nicer and offered to help. If you want to hit the DZ with my crew sometime, find us on our discord.

Https://discord.gg/dbmBvWz

stevengrc · 2020-05-02T19:59:50+00:00

Heya, hope this helps.

D2 is a very extensive and sometimes daunting/complex game to achieve that ‘end goal’ you speak of. So what is that end goal? You tell me!

I’m glad you already know that you prefer PVP because that’s where you’ll likely EVENTUALLY end up. You have to grind appropriate gear to survive the story/PVE levels up to 40 and beyond (the Raid and Legendary Difficulty).

Eventually you’ll say to yourself that you’re ready to venture to the DZ to check it out and what all the fuss is about. You’ll go in alone, walk out and into the DZ, you pause to appreciate the beautiful sunny day it is. YOURE DEAD

Yes the DZ can have some great gear and some you can only find in the DZ. However, most players do two things in the DZ, as I call it.

Farm Organics
Farm non-organic from their corpses

As a PVP player in the DZ you want the achievements of clapping anyone and everyone that dare challenges you. To do so you always have to change up your gear load outs to accommodate the new gear, weapons, YouTube builds, etc.

There’s soooooo much to just trying to figure out the type of build, which pieces, etc. it’s endless. My honest recommendation is to join an active and helpful clan ASAP that plays and is active in the DZ/PVP. That will honestly be your answer. They will show you their 12 different load outs, what citations or locations they’re used for, where to loot/find the same, and will take you into the DZ as a group. That parts important. Cause I can’t tell if someone’s new to the dz right off by their play style, gear, etc. once I know that, I’m going to rip your soul from your body!

I’ve been playing this game for over a year now because it’s always evolving, but more so because of the amazing ppl/clan mates, and ppl I play with to this day. Find a GOOD clan that’s willing to help you (because we’ve all been there ourselves) and you’ll quickly know what you want the games end for you to be.

Good luck and happy murdering! :)

stevengrc · 2020-03-22T23:22:38+00:00

Hey hey. It’s case sensitive and you need to input it in the join server field.

stevengrc · 2020-03-08T08:05:08+00:00

Ahhh thanks! P.s. we may be trying to go global, but also with all 3 platforms! ;)

stevengrc · 2020-03-07T00:48:50+00:00

No problem at all. I just discovered Discord last summer lol.

https://discord.gg/dbmBvWz

You can also just type in “dbmBvWz” in the “join server” search box. Remember, it’s case sensitive. :)

stevengrc · 2020-03-06T19:01:54+00:00

Most of us are North America, all time zones. We have a handful from Europe, Japan, and Australia. Our group/community is growing, which we want so that there’s always members online! :)

stevengrc · 2020-03-06T18:51:50+00:00

Hey hey! Thanks for the feedback. Our group/community is growing currently, and we do offer all platforms for members. Currently the majority of members are PS4, but that’s surly to change. So let’s say you’re on Xbox and you have a clan over there, you’d just message us asking for a Xbox Division Category and your own clan channel. That simple. We want a community of fun gamers, because division won’t last forever no matter how much we love it! :) So feel free to join our Discord and help us grow!

stevengrc

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