Information You Provide
Search Queries
When you type a name, location, or other search term into a partner search box, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. Cherokee County Released Inmates does not store those search terms in its own local records.
Messages and Contact Requests
If you email us or submit a message, we use the information you provide to read, route, and answer the request. We do not share message contents outside our organization unless a valid legal requirement calls for it.
Automatic Site Data
Basic technical data may be collected when pages load. This helps operate the site, diagnose errors, and understand how visitors use release-record pages.
- Internet Protocol address.
- Browser name and browser version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when one is provided.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used for analytics, ads, and basic site functions. You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Some features may work differently if cookies are disabled.
How Data Is Used
- To keep the site available, readable, and reasonably fast.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service.
- To learn which Cherokee County release pages are useful to visitors.
- To find errors, broken links, and technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to sheriff pages, the Cherokee County Detention Center, Alabama Department of Corrections resources, parole and probation resources, court portals, federal locators, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the other website's privacy policy and terms control how your data is handled.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize browsers across websites and show interest-based ads. That tracking happens under their policies, not as official Cherokee County or Alabama government activity.
Who May Receive Data
We do not sell personal data. Limited information may be processed by service providers that help operate this site or respond to lawful demands.
- Search partners that handle submitted search queries.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and page use.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement or government bodies when required by a valid legal order.
Security Practices
We use reasonable, standard measures to protect site data. No internet-connected service can be promised as fully secure, so this policy cannot guarantee that data will never be accessed, disclosed, altered, or lost.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us so the data can be reviewed and deleted where appropriate.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask for deletion of data where deletion is legally and technically available.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law gives that right.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be changed from time to time. Updated language will be posted on this page with a new effective date when needed.