Information Visitors Provide
Search Terms
When a visitor enters a name, location, or similar term into a search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep its own separate log of those search terms.
Messages
If someone sends an email or contact message, the information in that message is used to review and respond to the request. It is not shared outside the organization except when required by law.
Information Collected Automatically
Standard technical data may be collected when pages load, including:
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site traffic and visitor behavior. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, although some features may not work the same way after cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To keep the site available, readable, and responsive.
- To send search requests to the appropriate partner tool.
- To understand which Shasta County record pages are being used.
- To identify errors, broken links, and technical issues.
- To display advertising that may be relevant to visitors.
Outside Websites
The site links to sheriff pages, jail roster resources, CDCR, court portals, federal locators, advertising partners, and third-party search services. After a visitor leaves this site, the privacy policy and data practices of the destination site control.
Some advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites for interest-based advertising.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold by this site. It may be handled by the following parties when needed:
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site use.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement or government bodies when a valid subpoena, court order, or other legal process requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used for the systems under this site's control. No website, email account, analytics service, or internet-connected system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, a deletion request may be sent through the contact page.
Data Choices and Rights
- Request a copy of personal information held by the site.
- Ask that incorrect information be corrected.
- Request deletion when deletion is legally and technically available.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law allows it, including rights that may apply to California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act as amended.
Policy Changes
This privacy notice may be updated from time to time. When it changes, the revised version will be posted on this page with the new effective language.