Privacy Notice

This notice describes what Frederick County Busted Mugshots may collect, why it is used, and when it may be shared. By using the site, you accept the practices described here.

Information You Provide

Search terms

A name, place, or other search term entered into a search box is sent to the third-party service that operates that tool. The site does not retain or log those search terms on its own systems.

Messages

If you send an email or other contact message, its contents and contact details may be kept to respond. They are not shared outside the organization unless a legal obligation requires it.


Technical Data and Cookies

When a browser loads a page, ordinary technical data may be received. This may include the information below.

  • Internet protocol address.
  • Browser type and version.
  • Device category and operating system.
  • Pages viewed and time spent there.
  • Referring page, if one is supplied.
  • Date and time of access.

Cookies

Cookies and similar technologies may help understand site use. Browser controls can limit or block cookies, although a feature may not operate as expected when they are disabled.


How Information Is Used

Technical and message information may be used to operate and improve the service.

  • Maintain site performance and availability.
  • Route a search request to the relevant partner service.
  • Measure which pages readers find useful.
  • Identify and correct technical faults.
  • Deliver advertising that may reflect interests.

External Services and Links

The site links to government portals, arrest-source pages, detention resources, court systems, corrections systems, and outside search services. After selecting a link, the destination’s privacy practices control. Advertising partners may also collect activity across sites on their own systems for interest-based advertising.


Who May Receive Data

Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed to the limited recipients below when needed for the stated purposes or required by law.

  • Search partners processing a submitted query.
  • Analytics providers.
  • Advertising networks.
  • Law-enforcement agencies or other public bodies responding to a valid legal order.

Security Practices

Reasonable safeguards are used for the type of information handled, but no internet-connected service can promise absolute security. Transmission and storage risks cannot be eliminated entirely.


Visitors Under 18

This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, use the Get in Touch page to request its deletion.


Your Privacy Choices

You may ask about personal information held in connection with a direct message.

  • Request a copy of available information.
  • Ask to correct inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion where applicable.
  • Opt out of certain processing where an option is available.

Changes to This Notice

This notice may change as the site or its services change. A revised version takes effect when it is posted here.