Information You Choose to Enter
Search Terms
When a name, location, or other term is entered into a search box supplied by a partner, that query is sent to the third-party provider operating the tool. This site does not keep its own separate log of those search terms.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the message and reply information may be kept long enough to respond and manage the request. It is not shared outside the organization unless a legal requirement applies.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, the site and its service providers may receive routine technical details when a page loads.
- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device category and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand how visitors use the site and to support advertising or analytics. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, but some features may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How the Information Is Used
- Keep pages available, usable, and reasonably fast.
- Send search requests to the correct partner service.
- Understand which pages and topics visitors use most.
- Find errors, broken pages, and other technical issues.
- Display advertising that may be related to visitor interests.
Outside Websites and Government Links
The site links to jail rosters, sheriff pages, Michigan court and corrections portals, FOIA resources under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, federal locators, VINELink, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor leaves this site, the destination site's privacy policy and terms control.
Some advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites for ad measurement or interest-based ads.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold. It may be processed or disclosed to the following parties when needed for the purposes described here.
- Search partners that operate lookup tools.
- Analytics providers.
- Advertising networks.
- Law enforcement or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used for the site and related communications, but no internet-connected service can be made completely secure. The site cannot promise that data will never be accessed, disclosed, altered, or lost.
Visitors Under 18
The site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, contact the site so the information can be reviewed for deletion.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data the site maintains.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask for deletion when retention is not required.
- Object to or opt out of certain processing where applicable law allows.
Changes to This Notice
This privacy notice may be revised from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date when appropriate.