Information You Choose to Send
Partner Search Queries
A name, location, or other query entered in a search box is transmitted to the third-party provider operating that tool. We do not store or log those search terms on our own systems. The provider's terms and privacy policy govern its handling.
Messages Sent to Us
If you send an email or contact message, we keep the information needed to answer it. We do not share that message outside the organization unless a legal duty requires disclosure.
Technical Data Collected Automatically
Routine web systems may record the following details when a page loads:
- Your Internet Protocol address.
- The browser name and version.
- Device class and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on them.
- The referring site, when supplied.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookie Controls
Cookies help measure how visitors use the site. Most browsers let you block or remove cookies, though some functions may work differently after that choice.
Reasons We Use Information
- Operate the site and maintain reasonable performance.
- Send a search request to the selected partner service.
- Learn which Lucas County resources visitors find useful.
- Detect and correct technical faults.
- Display advertising that may reflect visitor interests.
Privacy Beyond This Domain
Links may lead to the Lucas County Sheriff records form, the county's court portal page, ODRC Offender Search, federal locators, or private search services. Once you follow a link, that operator's privacy policy controls its collection and use.
Advertising partners may use their systems to recognize activity across websites and select interest-based ads. That tracking occurs through their technology, not a Lucas County government system.
Parties That May Receive Data
We do not sell personal information. Limited data may reach these recipients when needed:
- Search partners processing a submitted query.
- Analytics vendors measuring site use.
- Advertising networks serving or measuring ads.
- Law-enforcement or government authorities acting under a valid legal order.
Reasonable Security, Not Certainty
We use standard safeguards suited to a public reference site. No Internet-connected service can be made fully secure, so we cannot promise that a breach, interception, or technical failure will never occur.
Use by Adults Only
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, use the Contacts page to request deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Ask that eligible data be erased.
- Object to or opt out of certain processing where applicable.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this notice as services or practices change. A revised version takes effect when posted here with its new effective date.