Information You Provide
Search Queries
Names, locations, or other terms entered into a search box may be sent to the third-party provider that powers that tool. Jefferson County Inmate Population does not store those search terms in its own inmate-record database.
Messages
If you send an email or contact message, the message and reply address may be kept long enough to respond and maintain ordinary business records. Messages are not shared outside the organization unless a legal duty requires it.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, technical data may be collected when pages load.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site traffic, remember basic preferences, support advertising, and measure page performance. Browser settings can block cookies, though some features may work differently.
How Information Is Used
- Keep the website available, secure, and usable.
- Route search requests to the correct partner service.
- Understand which pages help visitors most.
- Find and fix technical problems.
- Display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Links
The site links to jail pages, sheriff and corrections resources, court portals, federal locators, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor follows an outside link, that site's privacy policy and data practices control.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure ads or personalize ads across websites. Those activities happen under the partner's policies.
Who May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold as a standalone list. It may be available to limited service providers or authorities in these cases:
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics services used to measure traffic.
- Advertising networks used to show or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when required by a valid legal order.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used, but no website, server, email system, or internet connection can be promised as breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive case details unless needed.
Users Under 18
The site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may request deletion if a minor submitted information.
Your Data Rights
- Request a copy of personal information held by the site.
- Ask to correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion where law allows.
- Opt out of certain processing when an opt-out right applies.
Policy Updates
This notice may be revised from time to time. Updates are posted on this page and take effect when published.