Information You Provide
Search requests
A name, location, or other term entered into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. We do not keep or log those search terms on our own systems.
Messages
If you email us or send a contact message, we retain the information needed to respond. It is not shared outside our organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Technical Data
When a browser loads a page, routine technical information may be collected to operate, secure, and understand the service.
- Internet protocol address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on them
- Referring page, when available
- Date and time of the request
Cookies
Cookies help measure how visitors use the site. Browser settings can block or remove them, although some features may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
We use the data described above to run and improve the service, route search requests, and protect against errors or misuse.
- Maintain the site and its performance
- Send a query to the appropriate search partner
- Understand which pages are useful
- Diagnose and repair technical problems
- Support advertising that may reflect interests
Outside Sites and Advertising
Links can take you to sheriff, jail, court, corrections, federal locator, and partner services. Their privacy policies govern once you leave this site. Advertising providers may collect activity across websites on their own systems for interest-based advertising.
Who May Receive Data
We do not sell personal information. It can be disclosed to the limited categories below when needed for the stated purpose or when law requires it.
- Search partners that process a submitted query
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Law-enforcement or government bodies responding to a valid legal order
Security Practices
Reasonable administrative and technical measures are used to protect information, but no internet-connected system can promise complete security. Use of the site is therefore at your own risk.
Visitors Under 18
This resource is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from a person under 18. Contact us if you believe a minor has supplied information so we can address the request.
Your Privacy Choices
You may ask about personal data that we hold by using the Contacts page.
- Request access to applicable data
- Ask that incorrect data be corrected
- Request deletion where appropriate
- Object to certain processing where applicable
Policy Revisions
This notice may change as the service changes or legal obligations develop. A revised notice takes effect when it is posted here.