Information Supplied by Visitors
Search Requests
A name, location, or other term entered into a search feature is sent to the independent provider that operates that feature. Berkeley County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider’s handling of a submitted query is governed by its own privacy terms and practices.
Messages Sent to Us
When a visitor sends an email or contact-form message, the message and any contact details supplied may be retained so a response can be provided. Those communications are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law or a valid legal process.
Technical Data From Visits
Like most web services, the site and its service providers may receive technical information automatically when a page loads. This information helps operate the Berkeley County records-resource site, diagnose errors, understand traffic patterns, and maintain performance. It can include:
- an internet protocol address;
- browser name and version;
- device category and operating system;
- pages viewed and approximate time spent on them;
- the referring page or site, when available; and
- visit dates and times.
Cookies and Similar Tools
Cookies and similar technologies may be used to understand how visitors use the site and to support site functions. A browser can be configured to limit or block cookies. If those controls are used, some features may operate differently or may not be available in the same way.
How Information Is Used
Information is used for the ordinary operation and improvement of the site, not to create a government record or to decide the status of any person.
- keep pages available, stable, and responsive;
- send search requests to the applicable partner service;
- identify which content is useful to visitors;
- detect, investigate, and correct technical problems; and
- support advertising that may reflect general interests.
External Services and Advertising
The site links to jail rosters, booking feeds, sheriff and corrections pages, government portals, and independent search tools. A visitor who follows one of those links is subject to the destination service’s privacy policy, not this one. Berkeley County Busted Mugshots does not control an external service’s data practices, availability, or content.
Some advertising partners may collect information across websites to deliver interest-based advertising. That activity occurs through those partners’ systems. Their choices, notices, and controls are provided by the partners themselves.
When Information May Be Shared
Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed to the limited categories of recipients below when needed to provide the service, measure activity, serve advertising, or comply with a lawful obligation.
- search partners that receive and process submitted queries;
- analytics providers that help measure site use;
- advertising networks that deliver advertisements; and
- law-enforcement agencies or government bodies acting under a valid legal order.
Security Measures and Limits
Reasonable standard practices are used to protect information in this site’s possession. No internet-connected service, transmission, or storage method can be guaranteed completely secure. For that reason, a breach-proof or risk-free outcome cannot be promised.
Visitors Under Eighteen
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a parent, guardian, or other person believes that a minor supplied personal information, they should contact the site to request its deletion.
Privacy Requests and Choices
Subject to applicable law and the information actually held, a visitor may ask about the personal data connected with them.
- request a copy of personal information held;
- ask to correct inaccurate information;
- request deletion of applicable information; or
- opt out of certain forms of processing where that option applies.
Revisions to This Notice
This Privacy Notice may change as site practices, services, or legal requirements change. Any revised version will be posted here with an updated effective date. Continued use after a revision takes effect means the visitor accepts the updated notice.