Information Sent by Visitors
Search requests
A name or location entered into a site search box is transmitted to the independent provider that operates that tool. Hamilton County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those individual search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If a visitor sends a message through a listed contact method, the message and related contact information may be retained to respond or keep a record of the exchange. They are not shared outside the organization except when disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Technical Data
Like most websites, this service and its service providers may collect routine technical details when a page loads. The information can include:
- Internet protocol address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on them.
- Referring website, when one is supplied.
- Access dates and times.
Cookies and similar tools
Cookies help measure how the site is used and support its operation. A browser can be set to block or limit cookies, though some functions may then perform differently.
How Information Is Used
The information described above may be used to operate and improve the service, direct a search request to the appropriate partner, understand which material is useful, diagnose technical problems, and display advertising that may be relevant to a visitor's interests.
External Sites and Advertising
Hamilton County Busted Mugshots links to HCSO resources, court records, custody locators, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor follows one of those links, that destination's privacy policy and practices apply. We do not control its content, availability, or data handling.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to observe activity across websites and tailor advertisements. That activity takes place under those partners' policies, not under this notice.
Who May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed only to the types of recipients needed to operate the service or comply with legal obligations:
- Search partners that process a submitted query.
- Analytics providers that help measure site activity.
- Advertising networks that serve advertisements.
- Government or law-enforcement bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Reasonable Security Measures
We use reasonable administrative and technical measures intended to protect information. No internet-connected service can guarantee complete security, so this notice does not promise that a transmission or stored record will never be accessed, changed, or lost.
Visitors Under Eighteen
This service is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from a person under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted personal information may use the Get in Touch page to request its deletion.
Choices About Personal Data
Subject to applicable law and the information actually held, a visitor may ask to:
- Receive a copy of personal data held about them.
- Correct information that is inaccurate.
- Request deletion of personal data.
- Opt out of certain processing where that choice is available.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this notice as the service or legal requirements change. A revised version takes effect when it is posted here, with an updated effective date.