Information You Submit
Search Terms
When a visitor types a name, location, or other detail into a partner-powered search tool, that search is sent to the third-party provider operating the tool. This site does not keep its own log of those search terms.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or message connected to this site, the message and reply details may be kept long enough to respond and manage the request. Messages are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may receive basic technical data when pages load. That data can include:
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when one is provided.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site use, support analytics, and improve performance. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, although some site or partner-tool behavior may change when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To keep the site available, usable, and reasonably fast.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service.
- To understand which Somervell County pages are most useful to visitors.
- To detect technical problems and improve page performance.
- To support advertising that may be based on general interests or browsing signals.
Outside Websites and Tools
This site links to sheriff pages, court portals, jail-record resources, TDCJ, BOP, ICE, VINELink, and third-party search tools. After a visitor leaves this site, the privacy policy and data practices of the destination site apply.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites and display interest-based ads. That tracking occurs through the partner's technology, not through official Somervell County records systems.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold by this site. It may be available to limited parties when needed to operate the site or comply with law.
- Search partners that process submitted search queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site traffic and performance.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law-enforcement or government bodies when a valid subpoena, court order, or other legal requirement applies.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used for this site, but no internet-connected service can be guaranteed breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive legal, financial, medical, or identity information that is not needed for a basic inquiry.
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 information, a parent or guardian may request deletion.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal information this site holds about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information in site-held records.
- Request deletion when retention is not required.
- Object to or opt out of certain processing where applicable law allows it.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Notice may be revised from time to time. Updated wording will be posted on this page with the effective version reflected by the current page content.