Privacy Notice

This notice describes the information Madison County Busted Mugshots receives, how it uses that information, and the limited circumstances in which it may be shared. By using the site, visitors accept the practices described here.

Information Provided by Visitors

Search Entries

When a visitor types a name or location into a search tool, that query is sent to the independent provider operating the tool. This site does not retain or log those search terms on its own systems.

Messages and Requests

Information sent by email or through a contact submission may be retained so that we can respond. It is not shared outside our organization unless disclosure is required by law.


Technical Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, the site may receive routine technical information when a page is loaded, including:

  • The internet protocol address used to connect to the site.
  • Browser type and version.
  • Device type and operating system.
  • Pages viewed and the time spent on them.
  • The referring website, when one is provided.
  • Access dates and times.

Cookies

Cookies may help us understand how visitors use the site. A browser can be set to refuse or limit cookies, though certain site features may then work differently.


How We Use Information

  • Operate and maintain the site.
  • Send a search request to the appropriate partner service when a visitor uses a partner tool.
  • Understand which guidance pages visitors find useful.
  • Identify and correct technical problems.
  • Display advertising that may be tailored to interests.

External Sites and Advertising

The site links to sheriff and corrections pages, court portals, booking and roster resources, other government sites, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor follows an external link, that destination’s privacy policy and practices apply.

Advertising partners may collect information across websites to provide interest-based advertising through their own systems. Those practices are governed by the partner’s policies rather than this notice.


Parties That May Receive Data

We do not sell personal information. Information may be shared only with the following categories of recipients when necessary:

  • Search partners that process a submitted search query.
  • Analytics providers used to understand site activity.
  • Advertising networks that deliver advertisements.
  • Law-enforcement agencies or government bodies responding to a valid legal order.

Security Practices

We use reasonable security measures intended to protect information, but no internet-connected service can promise complete security. We cannot guarantee that transmissions or stored information will never be accessed, altered, or disclosed without authorization.


Visitors Under 18

This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted personal information, contact us through the Contacts page to request its deletion.


Choices About Your Information

  • Request a copy of personal information we hold.
  • Ask us to correct inaccurate personal information.
  • Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal retention needs.
  • Ask to opt out of certain processing where that option applies.

Changes to This Notice

We may revise this Privacy Notice as our practices or services change. A revised version will appear on this page and will take effect when posted.