Information submitted directly
Search entries
When a visitor enters a name or location into a site search tool, that request is sent to the third-party provider operating the tool. We do not keep or log those search terms on our own systems.
Messages sent to us
If you email us or submit a contact message, we retain the information needed to respond. We do not share that message outside our organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical information and cookies
Like most websites, the site may receive basic technical information when a page is loaded. This information can include:
- Internet protocol address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages visited and the time spent on them.
- A referring website, if one was provided.
- Access dates and times.
Cookies
Cookies help us understand how visitors use the site. You may restrict cookies through browser settings, although parts of the site may then work differently.
How information is used
We use collected information to operate and improve this guide and the tools that appear on it. That includes the following purposes:
- Maintaining the site's performance and availability.
- Passing a search request to the applicable partner service.
- Understanding which guidance pages readers find useful.
- Diagnosing and correcting technical problems.
- Displaying advertising that may be relevant to visitor interests.
Outside websites and advertising
This site links to jail rosters, court resources, sheriff and corrections pages, government portals, and third-party search tools. Once you use an outbound link, that destination's privacy notice and practices control the information it receives.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity across websites and tailor ads. That processing occurs under their policies, not this site's policy.
When data may be shared
We do not sell personal information. Information may nonetheless be shared with the following recipients when necessary to provide the site or when law requires it:
- Search partners that process a submitted search query.
- Analytics providers that help measure site use.
- Advertising networks that support advertising delivery.
- Law-enforcement agencies or government bodies acting under a valid legal order.
Security practices
We use reasonable safeguards intended to protect information, but no online system can be guaranteed fully secure. Transmission and storage over the internet therefore carry risk, and we cannot promise breach-proof security.
Visitors under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from people under 18. If you believe a minor supplied information, contact us so we can review and remove it where appropriate.
Your choices about personal data
You may contact us to make a request about personal information we hold. Subject to applicable law and verification, you may ask to:
- Receive a copy of personal information held about you.
- Correct information that is inaccurate.
- Request deletion of personal information.
- Opt out of certain processing where that option is available.
Changes to this notice
We may revise this notice as the site or applicable requirements change. Any revised policy will appear on this page with an updated effective date.