Information provided directly
Search requests
A name or location entered into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. This site does not retain or log that search term on its own systems.
Messages
Contact messages and email are retained as needed to respond. They are not shared outside the organization unless a legal requirement applies.
Technical information and cookies
Like most websites, the service may receive technical information when a page loads, including an IP address, browser and version, device and operating system, visited pages, approximate time spent, referring site, and timestamps.
Cookies help measure use and support site functions. Browser settings can restrict cookies, although some features may then behave differently.
How information is used
Information is used to operate and improve the service, direct search requests to the appropriate provider, understand which pages are useful, fix technical problems, and support advertising that may be relevant to an audience.
Links and possible recipients
Links lead to Sheriff, jail, court, Virginia corrections, federal locator, and third-party resources. Their privacy policies govern after a visitor leaves this site. Advertising partners may measure activity on their own systems.
Personal information is not sold. It may be handled by search partners, analytics providers, advertising networks, or a government or law-enforcement body when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security, age, and choices
Reasonable safeguards are used, but no internet-connected service can promise absolute security. The site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may contact the site to request deletion of a minor’s submitted information.
A visitor may request a copy of retained personal data, correction of inaccurate data, deletion where applicable, or an opt-out of certain processing. This notice can be updated, with the revised version becoming effective when posted.