Information You Submit
Search terms
A name or location entered into a search tool is sent to the outside provider that operates that tool. Jefferson County Busted Mugshots does not independently store or log those terms.
Messages
If you send an email or 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
Like most web services, we may receive routine technical information when a page loads.
- IP address
- Browser and version
- Device type and operating system
- Viewed pages and time spent on them
- Referring site, when provided
- Request timestamps
Cookies
Cookies help us understand site use. A browser can block or remove them, although some features may work differently after they are disabled.
How Data Is Used
We use available information to operate and improve the reference and its services.
- Maintain site performance and security
- Send search requests to the selected partner
- Learn which reference pages are useful
- Diagnose and correct technical issues
- Support advertising that may be interest-based
Outside Services and Links
Links can lead to sheriff rosters, court systems, corrections pages, government portals, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the receiving service’s privacy terms apply. Advertising providers may collect activity across sites on their own systems for targeted advertising.
Who May Receive Data
We do not sell personal data. Information may be processed or disclosed to the following parties when necessary.
- Search partners that handle submitted queries
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Law-enforcement agencies or government bodies responding to a valid legal order
Security Practices
We use reasonable safeguards for information in our control. No internet-connected service can promise complete security, so protection against every incident cannot be guaranteed.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. Contact us if you believe a minor has supplied information so we can address the request.
Your Choices
You may ask to review data we hold about you, correct inaccurate information, request deletion where applicable, or opt out of certain processing. Requests can be sent through the contact route listed on this site.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this notice as our practices change. The current version will be posted here with its updated effective date.