Information You Submit
Search Terms
When a name, location, or other search detail is entered into a search box operated by a third-party provider, that query is sent to the provider that powers the tool. This site does not separately store or log those search terms on its own servers.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the message and contact details may be kept long enough to review and respond. Those messages are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, the site may collect basic technical data when pages load.
- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website, when a browser provides it.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar technologies may be used to understand site use and improve performance. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, though some features may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To keep the site available, responsive, and readable.
- To route search requests to the appropriate partner service.
- To understand which Santa Cruz County record pages visitors use most.
- To diagnose errors, broken links, and other technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general visitor interests.
Links Beyond This Site
The site links to the Sheriff's Web Jail Viewer, Santa Cruz County public-records portals, court resources, CDCR, BOP, ICE, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor leaves this site, the privacy policy of the destination website controls that activity.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity across websites or serve interest-based ads. That tracking is handled by those partners, not by the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office or this site.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold. It may be processed or disclosed in limited situations, including to the following parties.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and performance.
- Advertising networks that help support the site.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government agencies when a valid legal order requires it.
Security Practices
Reasonable security practices are used for site operations, but no internet-connected service can be promised as completely secure. The site cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, outages, or data loss will never occur.
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 parent or guardian may request review or deletion.
Your Choices and Rights
- Request a copy of personal information held by the site.
- Ask that inaccurate personal information be corrected.
- Request deletion when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable under privacy law.
California visitors may have additional rights under California privacy law. Public records obtained from government agencies remain governed by laws such as the California Public Records Act and the originating agency's rules.
Policy Updates
This notice may be revised as the site, partner services, or legal requirements change. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date when appropriate.