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Search terms
A name or location entered in a search box is sent to the independent provider that operates that tool. Chippewa County Busted Mugshots does not keep or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact-form message, the information in that message may be retained so a response can be made. It is not shared outside the organization except where a legal obligation requires disclosure.
Technical information collected
Like most web services, the site may receive routine technical information with a page request. This helps operate and diagnose the service.
- The internet protocol address used for the request.
- Browser type and version.
- Device category and operating system.
- Pages viewed and the time spent on them.
- The referring page, if one was supplied.
- The date and time of the request.
Cookies
Cookies help measure how visitors use the site and maintain certain functions. Browser settings can block or remove cookies, although some features may then behave differently.
How information is used
Operational information is used to maintain the service, understand its performance, and improve its usefulness.
- Maintain a reliable and responsive site.
- Pass search requests to the appropriate partner service.
- Measure which resource pages visitors use.
- Investigate and correct technical errors.
- Display advertising that may reflect interests.
Outside links and advertising
Links may take a visitor to a Sheriff roster, a booking-related record source, a court portal, Wisconsin corrections resources, or an independent search tool. Once a visitor leaves this site, the receiving service’s privacy practices apply.
Advertising partners may collect activity across websites for interest-based advertising through their own systems. Chippewa County Busted Mugshots does not control those partner systems.
Who may receive data
Personal information is not sold. It may, however, be processed or disclosed to the limited groups below when necessary for the stated purpose or required by law.
- Search partners that process a submitted query.
- Analytics providers that measure site use.
- Advertising networks that serve advertising.
- Law-enforcement or government bodies acting under a valid legal order.
Safeguarding information
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect data, but no internet-connected system can promise absolute security. A breach-proof result cannot be guaranteed.
Visitors under 18
The service is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from people under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted information may request its deletion.
Choices about personal data
A visitor may make a reasonable request concerning personal information held by the site.
- Ask for a copy of personal data that is held.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask for deletion where applicable.
- Object to or opt out of certain processing.
Changes to this notice
This notice may be revised as practices or legal requirements change. A revised version takes effect when posted here with an updated effective date.