Information You Submit
Search entries
A name, place, or other entry typed into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider operating that tool. Harris County Busted Mugshots does not keep or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If you send an email or a message, we may retain the information needed to respond. We do not share a message outside our organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical Information and Cookies
Like most websites, the service may receive technical details when a page is opened. These details help us understand site performance and diagnose problems.
- Internet protocol address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website, when one is supplied.
- Date and time of the visit.
Cookies
Cookies help measure how visitors use Harris County Busted Mugshots. Your browser may block or remove cookies, although some features may work differently after you do so.
How Information Is Used
Collected information supports the operation and improvement of the service.
- Maintain a functional and responsive website.
- Send a search request to the provider selected by the visitor.
- Learn which Harris County resource pages are useful.
- Identify, investigate, and correct technical faults.
- Display advertising that may be relevant to general interests.
Linked Websites and Tools
The service links to HCSO custody and jail pages, the JIMS booking-and-release report, courts, corrections resources, and third-party search tools. Once you follow a link, that organization controls its own collection and privacy practices.
Advertising partners may track activity across websites for interest-based advertising on their own systems. Harris County Busted Mugshots does not control that partner activity.
Limited Data Sharing
We do not sell personal data. Information may nevertheless be disclosed to the limited categories below when needed for the service or required by law.
- Search partners that process a query entered into their tool.
- Analytics providers that help measure site performance.
- Advertising networks that deliver or measure advertising.
- Law-enforcement agencies or government bodies responding to a valid legal order.
Security Practices
We use reasonable, best-effort safeguards suited to an internet service. No connected system can promise absolute security, and we cannot guarantee that unauthorized access will never occur.
Visitors Under 18
This service is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted personal information, contact us so we can consider a deletion request.
Your Information Choices
You may contact us to make a request about personal information we hold.
- Ask for a copy of the personal information held about you.
- Ask us to correct inaccurate personal information.
- Request deletion of personal information, where applicable.
- Ask to opt out of certain processing.
Changes to This Policy
We may revise this policy as the service or legal requirements change. A revised policy will be posted here with an updated effective date.