Privacy Notice

This notice describes the information collected when someone visits Sterling County Busted Mugshots, how it is used, and the limited circumstances in which it may be shared. By using the site, a visitor accepts these practices.

Information Submitted Directly

Search requests

A name, location, or similar term entered in a search tool is sent to the independent provider that operates that tool. The site does not maintain a separate log of those query terms.

Messages

If someone sends an email or contact message, the information supplied may be retained to answer the inquiry. It is not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law or reasonably necessary to protect rights or safety.


Technical Information

Like most websites, the service and its vendors may collect routine technical data during a page visit.

  • Internet Protocol address and approximate network information.
  • Browser type, version, and language settings.
  • Device, operating-system, and screen information.
  • Pages opened, time spent, referring page, and timestamps.

Cookies

Cookies and comparable technologies help measure use and remember limited preferences. Browser controls can limit cookies, although some features or partner tools may then work differently.


How Information Is Used

Technical and submitted information is used to operate, secure, and improve the service and to respond to messages.

  • Maintain pages, performance, and basic security.
  • Route a search request to the provider selected by the visitor.
  • Understand which resources are useful and fix site errors.
  • Deliver advertising that may be based on interests or site activity.

External Services and Links

The site links to official rosters, sheriff offices, courts, corrections pages, and search providers. Once a visitor follows an outbound link, the receiving site controls its own data practices. Review that destination's privacy notice before supplying information.

Advertising partners may use their own systems to observe activity across websites for interest-based advertising. Their collection and controls are governed by their own policies, not this notice.


Who May Receive Data

Personal information is not sold as a standalone product. It can be disclosed to the following recipients when needed for the stated purpose or when a valid legal demand requires it.

  • Search partners that process a submitted query.
  • Analytics and hosting providers that support the site.
  • Advertising networks that deliver or measure advertisements.
  • Government or law-enforcement authorities acting under a lawful order.

Security Measures

Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect information. No internet-connected service can promise absolute security, so visitors should avoid sending sensitive information through ordinary contact methods.


Visitors Under 18

This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor supplied personal information may request its removal through the Get in Touch page.


Your Information Choices

A visitor may ask about personal information held in connection with a direct message.

  • Request a copy of the information held.
  • Ask to correct inaccurate contact information.
  • Request deletion when retention is not required.
  • Ask to opt out of certain processing where that choice is available.

Changes to This Notice

This notice may be revised as practices or services change. A revised version takes effect when posted on this page.