Information You Provide
Search-tool entries
A name or location entered into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. Stearns County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider's privacy notice governs its handling of the query.
Messages
If you send an email or other contact message, we may retain the information needed to read and respond to it. We do not share those messages outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical Data and Cookies
Like most websites, the site may receive limited technical information when a browser loads a page. This helps with operation, measurement, and security.
- Internet protocol address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on them.
- Referring site, when available.
- Date and time of activity.
Cookies
Cookies may be used to understand how visitors use the site. Browser settings can limit or block cookies, although some features may work differently after they are blocked.
Why Information Is Used
We use technical and message data for ordinary site operations and communication.
- Maintain and improve site performance.
- Send a search request to the selected partner service.
- Understand which information is useful to visitors.
- Detect, investigate, and correct technical problems.
- Display advertising that may be relevant to visitor interests.
External Websites and Ads
The site links to jail rosters, booking resources, sheriff and corrections pages, government portals, and outside search tools. After you follow a link, that destination's own privacy terms and data practices apply.
Advertising partners may collect information across sites for interest-based advertising through their own systems. Their activity is governed by their policies, not this notice.
Who May Receive Data
We do not sell personal information. Information can be disclosed to the limited categories below when needed for the purposes described here or when legally required.
- Search partners that process a query you submit.
- Analytics providers that measure site use.
- Advertising networks that provide ads.
- Law-enforcement or government bodies responding to a valid legal order.
Security Practices
We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect information. No internet-connected service can promise complete security, so we cannot guarantee that a transmission or stored item will never be accessed, altered, or lost.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from a person under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us to request deletion.
Your Information Choices
You may use the contact details on the Get in Touch page to ask about information we hold about you.
- Request a copy of personal information held about you.
- Ask us to correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion where applicable.
- Ask to opt out of certain processing where available.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this notice as practices or services change. A revised version takes effect when posted here and will carry an updated effective date.