Columbia Privacy Notice

This notice describes information collected when someone uses Columbia County Released Inmates, how that information supports the site, and when service providers or lawful authorities may receive it. Continued use indicates acceptance of these practices.

Information You Submit

Search Entries

A name, location, or other query entered in a search tool is sent to the outside provider operating that tool. This site does not keep or log those search words on its own systems. The provider's policy controls its handling of the request.

Messages

Email or contact-form details are retained as needed to read and answer the message. They are not shared outside the organization unless service delivery or law requires it.


Automatic Technical Details

Standard logs and measurement tools may record technical information when a page loads.

  • Internet Protocol address
  • Browser name and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages viewed and time spent
  • Referring page, when supplied
  • Date and time of access

Cookies

Cookies help measure how visitors use the site and support some features. Browser controls can block or remove cookies, though parts of the site may then act differently.


Uses of Collected Data

  • Operate and improve page speed and reliability
  • Send a search request to the selected partner
  • Measure which records pages are useful
  • Find errors and protect the service
  • Display advertising that may reflect visitor interests

Outside Websites and Advertising

Links lead to sheriff, corrections, court, release-record, government, and third-party search services. After a visitor leaves this site, the destination's privacy terms apply. Advertising providers may measure activity across websites for interest-based advertising through systems they control.


When Data May Be Shared

Personal information is not sold. Limited information may be available to search partners processing a submitted query, analytics vendors measuring use, advertising networks delivering ads, and law-enforcement or government bodies acting under a valid legal demand.


Security Has Limits

Reasonable technical and organizational practices are used to protect data. No internet service, transmission method, or connected storage system can be promised as completely secure or immune from a breach.


Adults Only

The site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may use the Contacts page to request review and deletion of information submitted by a minor.


Your Privacy Choices

Subject to applicable law and the ability to verify a request, a person may ask what personal data is held, seek correction of inaccurate data, request deletion, or object to certain processing. These rights concern data held by this private site, not records held under the Georgia Open Records Act by the Sheriff, GDC, courts, or other agencies.


Changes to This Notice

This notice may be revised as services or practices change. A new version becomes effective when posted here with its updated effective date.