Privacy Notice

This notice explains what information may be collected when someone uses this site, how that information is used, when it may be shared, and what choices visitors have. Using this site means accepting these privacy practices.

Information You Provide

Search Queries

Names, locations, or other search terms entered into a sponsored search tool may be sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. This site does not store those search terms in its own public-record database.

Messages

If you send an email or contact message, the message and return address may be kept long enough to review and respond. Messages are not sold. They may be shared if required by law or a valid legal order.


Automatic Technical Data

Like most websites, this site may collect routine technical data during a visit.

  • IP address.
  • Browser type and version.
  • Device type and operating system.
  • Pages viewed and time spent on them.
  • Referring website, when available.
  • Date and time stamps.

Cookies

Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand traffic, keep pages working, and support ads or analytics. Browser settings can block cookies, though some features may behave differently.


How Data Is Used

  • Keep the site available, readable, and fast.
  • Route searches to the correct third-party partner service.
  • Understand which Washtenaw County pages visitors use most.
  • Find technical errors and security issues.
  • Display advertising that may be based on general interests.

Outside Websites

This site links to sheriff pages, jail information pages, court portals, the Michigan Department of Corrections, federal locators, and search partners. Once a visitor leaves this site, the privacy rules of the destination website apply.

Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure or personalize ads across websites. Their practices are governed by their own notices, not by Michigan FOIA, MCL 15.231 et seq., which applies to public bodies and public records rather than this private website.


Who May Receive Data

Personal data is not sold as an inmate record. It may be received by limited service providers when needed.

  • Search partners that process submitted queries.
  • Analytics providers that measure traffic.
  • Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
  • Law enforcement or government bodies when required by a subpoena, court order, or other valid legal process.

Security

Reasonable security practices are used for the site, but no internet-connected service can be promised as breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive personal details unless needed for a specific message.


Users Under 18

This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, a deletion request can be sent through the contacts page.


Your Data Choices

  • Ask for a copy of personal data this site holds.
  • Request correction of inaccurate contact information.
  • Ask for deletion when retention is no longer needed.
  • Opt out of certain processing where applicable.

Policy Updates

This privacy notice may be changed from time to time. Updates take effect when posted on this page.