Question 7: Registrars

[Debra Hughes]

Registrars are the gateway for registrants to acquire domain names, thus
their role is critical to registrants and Internet users.  I support
ensuring that registrars comply with the RAA and that ICANN ensures the
registrars are accountable when they do not comply.  I support regular
and robust audits by ICANN of accredited registrars to ensure they are
complying with their RAAs.  I support graduated, yet reasonable
sanctions for registrar non-compliance.

I think the actual owner of a domain name should be provided if a third
party can demonstrate that it is being harmed.  I modifying the RAA to
make it clear that domain name licensors (proxy or private registration
services) are required to keep accurate and complete contact information
for it customers - domain name licensees - and that the registrar
collect and provide a point of contact for the domain name licensee that
can be provided upon a fair and reasonable showing of actionable harm
caused by domain name.  

Debbie
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Debra Y. Hughes, Senior Counsel
American Red Cross


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Subject: [NCSG-Discuss] Question 7: Registrars

As I have not been able to get a conference call scheduled yet, I am
starting the question process.  I suggest that all candidates answer all
questions.  I suggest that they feel free to debate among themselves and
with the members of the NCSG.

Thanks

Avri


Question7:  In terms of the RAA, what are you views on modifying that
that agreement.  How do you view the relationship betwee the Registrars
and the ICANN Community?