Information You Submit
Search Terms
When a name, location, or other lookup detail is typed into a search box, that query may be sent to the third-party provider that powers the tool. Decatur County Inmate Population does not keep its own separate log of those search terms, but the search provider may process them under its own terms and privacy policy.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the information in that message may be kept long enough to read, route, and answer it. Message details are not shared outside the organization unless sharing is needed to respond, protect the site, or comply with a valid legal requirement.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may receive technical data when a page loads. That data helps diagnose problems, understand site use, and protect normal operation.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring site or link, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to measure how visitors use the site, remember basic settings, support ads, and help prevent abuse. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, though some features may work differently after cookies are disabled.
How Data Is Used
- To keep pages available, stable, and fast.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service.
- To see which Decatur County jail, court, and locator pages are useful.
- To find technical errors, spam, fraud, or security issues.
- To display ads that may be based on site activity or general interests.
Outside Links
This site links to Decatur County sheriff and court resources, Indiana MyCase, VINE/SAVIN, IDOC, BOP, ICE, statutes, and third-party search tools. Once a visitor follows an outside link, that destination's privacy policy and terms control its data practices.
Advertising partners may use their own cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to measure ads or tailor ads across websites. Those systems are operated by the partner, not by the Decatur County Sheriff's Department or any public office.
Who May Receive Data
Personal data is not sold as a standalone list. It may be available to limited service providers or authorities in the situations below.
- Search partners that process lookup queries.
- Analytics services that report traffic and site performance.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when required by subpoena, warrant, court order, or other valid legal process.
Security
Reasonable safeguards are used to protect site systems and stored communications. No website, email system, analytics tool, or internet-connected service can be made fully secure, so no breach-proof guarantee is made.
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 personal data, a deletion request may be sent through the contact route.
Your Data Rights
- Ask for a copy of personal data held by the site.
- Request correction of inaccurate contact data.
- Ask for deletion where retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where an opt-out is legally available.
Notice Updates
This privacy notice may be revised as site features, partners, or legal requirements change. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised text taking effect when published.