Information You Provide
Search Queries
When you enter a name, location, or other search term into a sponsored search tool, that query is passed to the third-party provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep a separate local log of those search terms.
Contact Messages
If you send an email or contact message, the information you provide may be kept long enough to review the request and respond. It is not shared outside the organization except when a valid legal requirement applies.
Automatic Technical Data
Like most websites, this site may collect routine technical data when a page loads. That data helps monitor performance, diagnose errors, protect the site, and understand how visitors use public inmate-record resources.
- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used for analytics, basic site functions, and advertising measurement. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, although some features or partner tools may work differently after cookies are limited.
How Information Is Used
Collected information is used for limited site operation and measurement purposes.
- Keeping pages available, stable, and fast.
- Routing search requests to the correct partner service.
- Understanding which Adams County jail, court, and locator pages are most useful.
- Finding technical errors, abuse, or security issues.
- Displaying or measuring ads that may be relevant to visitors.
Outside Websites
This site links to official Adams County pages, the Illinois Department of Corrections, Judici, BOP, ICE, VINELink, legal sources, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy and data practices of the outside website control your use of that service.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure ad performance or personalize ads across websites. Those activities occur through the partner's systems, not through an Adams County government office.
Who May Receive Data
Personal data is not sold as a standalone list. It may be disclosed or processed by the following types of recipients when needed for the site to operate or when law requires it.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure page use and performance.
- Ad networks that serve or measure advertising.
- Law-enforcement agencies, courts, or government bodies under a valid subpoena, court order, or similar legal demand.
Security Practices
Reasonable technical and administrative safeguards are used to protect information handled through this site. No internet-connected service can be guaranteed to be fully secure, so this policy does not promise breach-proof storage or transmission.
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, contact us so the information can be reviewed and deleted where appropriate.
Your Data Choices
Depending on where you live and how you used the site, you may be able to make requests about personal information connected to you.
- Ask for a copy of information held by this site.
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Ask that personal information be deleted when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law provides that right.
Policy Updates
This privacy policy may be revised from time to time. Updates take effect when posted on this page, and continued use of the site means the updated policy applies.