Information You Provide
Search Entries
When you type a name, location, or similar detail into a sponsored search box, the query is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. This site does not keep its own copy of those search terms.
Messages
If you email or submit a message to us, we use the information in that message to read it, respond when appropriate, and maintain basic correspondence records. We do not share contact messages outside our organization unless the law requires it.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, technical data may be recorded when a page loads.
- Internet Protocol address.
- Browser type and browser version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website or search page, when available.
- Date and time of the visit.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site use, remember technical preferences, measure performance, and support advertising. You can block cookies in your browser settings, though some features or measurements may work differently after that.
How the Information Is Used
- To keep pages available, functional, and reasonably fast.
- To send sponsored search requests to the correct provider.
- To understand which Bristol County jail, court, and facility pages visitors use.
- To detect errors, broken links, abuse, or technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on interests or browsing context.
Other Websites
This site links to resources such as the Bristol County Sheriff's Office, Massachusetts court and correctional pages, VINELink, BOP, ICE, and outside search providers. After you leave this site, the privacy notice and data practices of the destination site control.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure ads or personalize them across websites. Their tracking happens under their policies, not this notice.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal data. Information may be processed or received by the following parties when needed for the site to operate or when legally required.
- Search partners that operate sponsored lookup tools.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and performance.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies if a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
We use reasonable security practices for a public website, but no internet-connected service can be promised as breach-proof. Information sent online carries some risk.
Visitors Under 18
The site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor provided personal information, contact us so it can be reviewed and deleted when appropriate.
Your Choices
Depending on where you live and which data is involved, you may ask to review, correct, delete, or limit certain personal information. Massachusetts public records are governed by separate laws, including M.G.L. c.66 s.10 and the definition and exemptions in M.G.L. c.4 s.7(26), when the records are held by a public agency rather than this site.
- Request a copy of personal information we maintain about you.
- Ask us to correct information you believe is inaccurate.
- Request deletion of eligible personal information.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable.
Policy Changes
This Privacy Notice may be revised as site features, vendors, or legal requirements change. Updated terms are posted on this page with the version then in effect.