Information You Submit
A name, location, or other term entered in a search box passes to the outside provider that operates that tool. We do not store or log those search terms on our systems. A message sent directly to us is retained as needed to answer it and is not shared outside our organization unless disclosure is legally required.
Automatic Technical Data
Normal web operations may collect an IP address, browser and version, device class, operating system, pages viewed, time spent, referring page, and request timestamps. Cookies help measure site use and support features. Browser controls can block cookies, though parts of the site may then behave differently.
How Data Is Used
- Operate the site and maintain performance.
- Send a search request to the selected partner service.
- Understand which guides visitors use.
- Diagnose errors and security issues.
- Display advertising that may reflect general interests.
Links and Advertising
Links lead to sheriff and corrections pages, release-record resources, government portals, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor leaves this site, the destination's privacy terms control. Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity across sites for tailored advertising.
Possible Data Recipients
We do not sell personal information. Data may be handled by search providers processing a query, analytics services, advertising networks, and law-enforcement or government bodies acting under a valid legal order.
Data Security
We use common safeguards suited to a public website. No internet-connected service is fully secure, so we cannot promise that transmission or storage will always be breach-proof.
Visitors Under Eighteen
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may use the Contact Us page to request deletion if a minor submitted personal data.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law, a person may ask for a copy of personal data we hold, request a correction or erasure, or object to certain processing. Illinois residents may also consult the Illinois Attorney General's consumer privacy resources. Send a request through Contact Us; identity verification may be required.
Changes to This Notice
This notice may be revised as site practices or legal requirements change. The updated version takes effect when posted here with a new effective date.