Information Sent Directly
Search Queries
Names, locations, or other details typed into a search box may be sent to the third-party provider that operates that 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 address may be kept long enough to respond. Those messages are not shared outside the organization unless a legal duty requires it.
Technical Data Collected
Like most websites, the site may collect technical data when pages load.
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring website
- Date and time stamps
Cookies
Cookies may be used to measure site use, support advertising, and understand which pages are useful. Browser settings can block cookies, but some features may work differently when they are disabled.
How Data Is Used
- To keep pages available and loading properly.
- To route searches to partner services when a visitor uses a search tool.
- To understand which jail, court, or facility pages are most useful.
- To find errors, broken links, and technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Links
The site links to sheriff pages, jail resources, TDCJ, BOP, ICE, court portals, public-record laws, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor leaves this site, the linked website's privacy policy controls that visit.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure ads or tailor ads across websites. Those systems are not controlled by King County Inmate Population.
Who May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold as a customer list. It may be handled by limited outside parties when needed.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site traffic.
- Advertising networks that place or measure ads.
- Law enforcement or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable safeguards are used, but no internet-connected site can be made breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive facts unless needed for a specific contact request.
Users Under 18
The site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, a deletion request may be sent through the Contacts page.
Your Data Choices
- Request a copy of information held by the site.
- Ask that incorrect contact information be corrected.
- Request deletion where the law allows.
- Opt out of certain processing when available.
Policy Updates
This notice may be revised as the site, search partners, or applicable privacy rules change. Updated terms will be posted on this page.