Information You Provide
Search Queries
Names, locations, or other terms entered into a search box may be sent to the third-party provider that powers that tool. Jones County Inmate Population does not store those search terms in its own records.
Messages
If you send an email or contact message, the information in that message may be kept long enough to review it and reply. It is not shared outside the organization unless a legal requirement applies.
Automatic Technical Data
Routine technical data may be collected when pages load, including:
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages visited and time spent on them.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies may be used to understand site use and improve performance. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, but some features or measurements may work differently after blocking them.
How Data Is Used
- To keep pages available, fast, and secure.
- To route search requests to the correct partner service.
- To understand which pages visitors use.
- To find and repair technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on interests.
Outside Websites
The site links to jail rosters, sheriff pages, corrections portals, court resources, federal locators, and third-party search tools. After a visitor follows an outbound link, that destination's own privacy policy controls the data handled there.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity or serve targeted ads across websites.
Who May Receive Data
Personal data is not sold. It may be shared only with limited parties that help operate the site or where law requires it.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers.
- Advertising networks.
- Law enforcement or government agencies under a valid legal order.
Security Practices
Reasonable security measures are used, but no internet-connected service can be promised breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive information that is not needed for a basic message.
Users Under 18
The site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may request deletion if a minor has submitted information.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data held by the site.
- Ask to correct information that is wrong.
- Ask for deletion where appropriate.
- Opt out of certain processing where available by law or tool settings.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Notice may be revised. Updates will be posted on this page with the effective version reflected by the posted content.