Information You Submit
Search terms
A name, location, or other term entered in a sponsored search box is sent to the independent provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider's privacy terms apply to its processing.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact-form message, the supplied address and message are retained as needed to answer. That material is not shared beyond the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Technical Data
Normal web operations may collect technical and usage details when a page loads. The data helps measure performance and diagnose faults.
- Internet Protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent
- The referring website, when available
- Date and time stamps
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may help show how visitors use the site. A browser can reject or delete cookies through its settings. Blocking them may cause some features or partner services to behave differently.
How Information Is Used
Collected information supports site operation and the delivery of requested functions.
- Keep pages available, stable, and responsive
- Send a search request to the selected partner service
- Understand which content visitors find useful
- Locate and correct technical problems
- Display advertising that may reflect visitor interests
Websites Beyond Our Control
Links may lead to HCSO, MDOC, courts, release-record portals, federal locators, or third-party search services. Once a visitor follows a link, the destination's own privacy notice controls. This site does not direct how an outside service collects, keeps, or shares information.
Some advertising companies may use their own technology to recognize activity across websites and select interest-based ads. That processing occurs on the advertiser's systems, not in a Hancock County government record or a database hosted by this site.
Parties That May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold. Limited data may be handled by services needed to operate or support the site.
- Search partners that process a submitted query
- Analytics vendors that measure site use
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads
- Law enforcement or another government body acting under a valid legal order
Security Has Practical Limits
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect information in the site's control. No internet-connected system can be guaranteed breach-proof, however. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive personal details that are not needed for a question.
Visitors Under Eighteen
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted personal data may use the contact page to request deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law and the limits of the data actually held, a visitor may make the following requests.
- Ask for a copy of personal data held by the site
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Request deletion of personal data
- Object to or opt out of certain processing
These requests do not control records held by HCSO, MDOC, courts, search partners, or other outside services. Contact each record owner directly for its data.
Changes to This Notice
This privacy notice may be revised as site practices or legal requirements change. The updated text and a new effective date will be posted on this page when a revision takes effect.