Information You Provide
A name or location entered into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. McDowell County Busted Mugshots does not keep or log those search terms on its own systems. Messages sent through a contact route may be retained to answer the message and are not shared outside the organization unless law requires it.
Technical Data and Cookies
Like most web services, the site may receive routine technical data when a page loads.
- Internet protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring page, when available
- Date and time of the request
Cookies help measure use and keep the service working. A browser may block or remove cookies, although some features may then work differently.
How Information Is Used
Technical and message data is used to operate, improve, and protect the service.
- Maintain site performance and availability
- Send search requests to the chosen provider
- Understand which information is useful
- Find and correct technical faults
- Display advertising that may reflect interests
Outside Links and Advertising
The site links to WVDCR searches, sheriff and court resources, booking feeds, and outside search tools. Once a visitor follows a link, that destination's privacy practices apply. Advertising partners may track activity across websites on their own systems for interest-based advertising.
Parties That May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold as a product. It may be disclosed to the limited categories below when necessary for the stated purpose or when legally required.
- Search partners that process a submitted query
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Law-enforcement or government bodies responding to a valid legal order
Security Limits
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used, but no internet-connected system can promise complete security. Transmission, storage, and provider systems all carry risk, and this notice does not guarantee that a breach can never occur.
Visitors Under 18
The service is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from people under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor provided personal information may request deletion through Contact Us.
Your Information Choices
Subject to applicable law and the information actually held, a visitor may request a copy, correction, deletion, or an opt-out from certain processing. Send the request through Contact Us with enough detail to identify the issue.
Changes to This Notice
Practices and technology can change. When this notice is revised, the revised version will be posted here and becomes effective when posted.