Information You Send Directly
Search Terms
A name or location entered into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. Upshur County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider's terms and privacy practices govern its handling of that query.
Messages
When a visitor sends an email or a message through a contact method, the information supplied may be retained to respond or maintain the exchange. It is not shared outside the organization unless a legal requirement requires disclosure.
Technical Data and Cookies
Like most web services, the site may receive routine technical information when a page is loaded. This information helps keep the service working and shows broad patterns of use.
- Internet protocol address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring website, when one is available
- Date and time of the visit
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site activity. Browser controls can block or remove cookies, although a feature may work differently when those controls are used.
How Site Data Is Used
The information described above may be used for ordinary site operations and measurement. It is not used to create official Upshur County records.
- Operate and improve site performance
- Pass a search request to the appropriate partner service
- Measure which information visitors find useful
- Identify and address technical problems
- Deliver advertising that may reflect interests
Linked Services and Advertising
The site links to Sheriff pages, jail reports, court resources, corrections locators, government portals, and outside search tools. Once a visitor follows one of those links, the destination's privacy policy applies. Upshur County Busted Mugshots does not control the destination's availability or data practices.
Advertising partners may collect activity across websites for interest-based advertising on their own systems. Their collection and choices are governed by their own notices.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold. It may be shared only with parties that help provide the service or when a valid legal requirement applies.
- Search partners that process a submitted query
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Law-enforcement or government bodies acting under a valid legal order
Security Measures
Reasonable standard practices are used to protect information, but no internet-connected system can be guaranteed fully secure. The site cannot promise that a transmission or stored data will never be accessed, altered, or lost.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted personal information, use the Get in Touch page to request deletion.
Your Information Requests
Subject to applicable law and verification, a visitor may ask about information held by this site.
- Request a copy of available personal data
- Ask to correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of information
- Opt out of certain processing where that option applies
Changes to This Notice
This Privacy Notice may change as the site or its practices change. A revised version will be posted here with an updated effective date.