Information You Submit
Search Terms
When a visitor enters a name, location, or other search term into a partner search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. Kalamazoo County Inmate Population does not store those search terms in its own roster or record database.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the message and reply address may be kept long enough to respond and manage the request. Messages are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Site Data
Basic technical information 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 traffic, measure page use, remember basic settings, and support advertising or analytics. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, though some features may work differently when cookies are blocked.
How Data Is Used
- To keep the website available, stable, and fast.
- To send search requests to the proper partner tool.
- To understand which Kalamazoo County record pages are used most.
- To detect errors, broken links, and technical problems.
- To support advertising that may be based on general visitor interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to public sources such as Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office pages, jail roster tools, court portals, MDOC OTIS, VINELink, BOP, ICE, legal resources, and third-party search providers. Once a visitor leaves this site, the destination website's own privacy terms control its collection and use of data.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity or show interest-based ads across websites. Those tracking practices are controlled by the advertising provider, not by Kalamazoo County Inmate Population.
Who May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold as a standalone list. It may be handled by limited service providers or disclosed in the situations below.
- Search partners that process lookup requests.
- Analytics providers that help measure site use.
- Advertising networks used to support the site.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Data Security
Reasonable security practices are used to protect information handled by the site. No internet-connected service can be guaranteed to be breach-proof, error-proof, or available at all times.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, a parent or guardian may request deletion.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data held by the site.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask for deletion when retention is not legally required.
- Opt out of some processing where applicable law provides that right.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Notice may change as site tools, partners, or legal duties change. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a new effective date when one is used.