Information You Submit
Search entries
A name, location, or other term entered into a search feature is sent to the independent provider that operates that feature. Deschutes County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If you email us or submit a message, we keep the information needed to respond and administer the exchange. We do not share messages outside our organization unless a legal obligation requires it.
Technical Data and Cookies
When a page loads, our services may receive ordinary technical information used to operate and protect the site, including:
- Internet Protocol address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- The referring website, when one is supplied
- Dates and times of activity
Cookies
Cookies and comparable technologies help us understand how visitors use the site. You can block or delete cookies through browser settings, although some functions may then operate differently.
How We Use Information
- To operate, secure, and improve the site's performance.
- To send a search request to the provider selected for that feature.
- To understand which pages visitors find useful.
- To investigate and correct technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be relevant to interests.
Outside Websites and Services
This guide links to jail-roster pages, sheriff and corrections resources, court portals, government pages, and third-party tools. Once you leave this site, the destination's terms and privacy practices control its handling of information.
Advertising partners may also measure activity across websites for interest-based advertising through their own services. Their practices are not controlled by this site.
When Information May Be Shared
We do not sell personal information. Information may be processed or disclosed to the following recipients as needed for the stated purposes:
- Search partners that receive a query submitted through their tool.
- Analytics providers that help measure site use.
- Advertising networks that deliver or measure advertising.
- Law enforcement or a government body when presented with a valid legal order.
Security Practices
We use reasonable, best-effort safeguards intended to protect information, but no internet-connected system can guarantee complete security. Please do not send information that is unnecessary for a general website inquiry.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us so we can review and delete it where appropriate.
Your Information Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Ask us to correct inaccurate personal information.
- Ask us to delete personal information, subject to lawful retention needs.
- Opt out of certain processing where that choice is available.
Policy Changes
We may revise this policy as site practices or legal requirements change. Any revision will be posted here with an updated effective date.