Information You Provide
Search Terms
A name, location, or other term entered into a search tool is sent to the independent provider that operates that tool. Winston County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages Sent to Us
If you send an email or use a contact method, we may retain the message and contact details needed to respond. We do not share a message outside our organization unless the law requires it.
Technical Data from Visits
Like most websites, the services used to operate this site can receive routine technical information when a browser loads a page. That information may include:
- Your IP address.
- The browser, version, and language settings in use.
- Device type and operating-system details.
- Pages viewed and the time spent on them.
- The referring page or service, if one was provided.
- Visit timestamps and similar server-log data.
Cookies
Cookies and comparable technologies help measure how visitors use the resource. Browser controls can block or remove cookies, although parts of the site or partner tools may work differently when they are blocked.
Why We Use Information
Information received through the site is used for ordinary operation, maintenance, and improvement purposes.
- Operate and maintain a stable, responsive website.
- Send a submitted search to the selected partner service.
- Understand which record-reference pages visitors find useful.
- Diagnose errors, misuse, and performance problems.
- Support advertising that may be tailored to interests.
Links, Official Sources, and Ads
The resource links to sources such as the Winston County Sheriff’s Office, Winston–Choctaw County Regional Correctional Facility, court pages, and the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Once you follow an outbound link, that destination’s privacy policy governs its collection and use of your information.
Advertising partners may collect information about browsing activity across websites for interest-based advertising on their own systems. Their practices are not controlled by this site.
Parties That May Receive Data
We do not sell personal information. Limited information may be disclosed or processed by the following parties when needed for the purposes described in this notice:
- Search partners that process a submitted query.
- Analytics providers that help measure site use.
- Advertising networks that deliver or measure ads.
- Law-enforcement or government authorities when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Reasonable Security Measures
We use reasonable safeguards designed for the type of information we handle. No internet-connected service can guarantee complete security, however, and we cannot promise that every transmission or stored record will be free from unauthorized access.
Visitors Under 18
This resource is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor sent us personal information, use the Contacts page to request its deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law and our ability to verify a request, you may ask to:
- Receive a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Correct information that is inaccurate.
- Delete information where retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where that option is available.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this Privacy Notice as site practices change. A revised notice will be posted here with an updated effective date.