Privacy Notice

This notice describes what information may be collected when visitors use Alleghany County Busted Mugshots, how it is used, when it may be shared, and the choices available to visitors. Using the service means accepting these practices.

Information Provided Directly

Search entries

A name, location, or other term typed into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider operating that tool. This service does not store or log those search terms on its own systems.

Messages

Information sent through a contact form or email may be retained to answer the message. It is not shared outside the organization unless a legal obligation requires disclosure.


Technical Data and Cookies

Like most web services, automatic logs may receive technical information when a page loads.

  • Internet protocol address.
  • Browser type and version.
  • Device type and operating system.
  • Pages viewed and time spent on them.
  • Referring page, if any.
  • Visit date and time.

Cookies

Cookies help measure how visitors use the service. Browser settings can limit cookies, although portions of the service may behave differently when they are blocked.


How Information Is Used

Collected data supports normal service operation and improvement.

  • Maintain and improve site performance.
  • Route search entries to the applicable partner.
  • Understand which content visitors use.
  • Diagnose errors and security issues.
  • Support interest-based advertising where applicable.

Links and Advertising

This service links to public offices, court portals, corrections resources, and third-party tools. Once a visitor follows an external link, that destination's privacy terms govern its handling of information. Advertising partners may measure activity across websites within their own systems for interest-based advertising.


Recipients of Data

Personal information is not sold. Information may be processed by the parties necessary for the listed functions.

  • Search partners handling submitted queries.
  • Analytics providers.
  • Advertising networks.
  • Government or law-enforcement bodies when a valid legal order requires it.

Security

Reasonable safeguards are used to protect information. No online system can promise complete security, so transmission and storage cannot be guaranteed breach-proof.


Visitors Under 18

The service is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted information may request deletion.


Visitor Choices

Subject to applicable law, a visitor may ask to access, correct, erase, or limit processing of personal information held through a direct contact submission.


Changes to This Notice

This notice may change as the service changes or legal requirements develop. A revised version will be posted here with its updated effective date.