Information You Enter
Search Terms
When a visitor types a name, location, or similar query into a third-party search tool, that query is sent to the outside provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep its own separate log of those search terms.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or other message, the information in that message may be kept long enough to respond and manage the request. It is not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may receive routine technical information when a page loads.
- IP address.
- Browser type and browser version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on them.
- Referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site usage and improve performance. A browser can usually block or delete cookies, but some features or partner tools may behave differently when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To keep the site available and loading properly.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service.
- To understand which Clare County pages visitors use most.
- To diagnose errors, broken links, or technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general visitor interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to sheriff, jail, court, MDOC, federal, immigration, VINELink, vendor, and third-party search resources. Once a visitor leaves this site, the privacy policy of the destination website controls how information is handled.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity across websites and provide interest-based ads. Those activities happen through the partner's technology, not through a Clare County government system.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold. It may be available to limited parties that help operate or protect the site.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that report site traffic and performance.
- Advertising networks that deliver or measure ads.
- Law enforcement or government entities when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable safeguards are used to protect information handled by this site. No internet-connected website, email system, or outside provider can be promised to be fully secure or breach-proof.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted personal information, contact can be made to request deletion.
Your Choices and Rights
- Ask for a copy of personal information held by the site.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion where applicable.
- Opt out of certain processing when the law provides that right.
Changes to This Notice
This privacy notice may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated version replacing the prior text.