Information You Submit
A name, location, or other term entered in a search box is sent directly to the outside provider that powers the tool. Durham County Released Inmates does not store or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider's policy governs what happens after submission.
If you send an email or contact message, the information in it is retained as needed to answer. It is not shared beyond the organization unless that is needed to provide the response or required by law.
Automatic Visit Data
Ordinary web systems can record technical details when a page loads. Those details help keep the service working and show broad usage patterns.
- Internet Protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent
- Referring site, when available
- Date and time stamps
Cookies may be used to understand visits and remember basic settings. A browser can block or remove cookies, though some functions may then behave differently.
How Information Is Used
Collected data supports a limited set of operating needs.
- Keeping pages available and responsive
- Sending a search request to the selected partner
- Learning which content is useful
- Finding errors and security issues
- Displaying advertising that may reflect interests
Sites Reached by Links
Links may lead to Durham release records, Sheriff and corrections pages, government portals, or third-party search services. Once a visitor leaves, the destination's privacy policy controls its collection and use. Durham County Released Inmates is not responsible for those outside practices.
Advertising companies may use their own systems to understand activity across websites and select ads. Their tracking occurs under their policies, not as a government record function of this site.
When Data Is Shared
Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed only to parties that perform a service or have a valid legal right to it.
- Search providers that process a submitted query
- Analytics services that measure site use
- Advertising networks that deliver ads
- Law enforcement or government bodies acting under a valid legal order
Security Measures
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used for information under the site's control. No internet-connected service can promise perfect security, and this notice does not make a breach-proof guarantee.
People Under Eighteen
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted information may use the Contact Us page to ask that it be deleted.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law and the ability to verify a request, a user may:
- Ask for a copy of personal data held by the site
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of information
- Object to or opt out of certain processing
These choices apply to information held here. Requests about a government record or outside search provider must go to that custodian.
Changes to This Notice
This privacy notice may be revised as services or legal duties change. An updated version will appear on this page with a new effective date.