Information You Submit
Partner Search Queries
A name, place, or other term entered in a search box is sent to the independent provider that operates the tool. This site does not store or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider’s privacy rules govern its handling of the query.
Messages
An email or contact submission may be retained for as long as needed to answer it and manage the exchange. Message content is not shared outside the organization unless service delivery or law requires it.
Technical Data Collected
Normal web operations may automatically record:
- Internet Protocol address;
- browser name and version;
- device type and operating system;
- pages visited and time spent;
- the referring site, when available; and
- request dates and timestamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar storage can help measure use and remember basic settings. Browser controls can block or remove them, though some features may then work differently.
How Data Is Used
Collected information supports a limited set of operational purposes:
- keeping pages available and responsive;
- sending search requests to the selected partner;
- learning which content visitors use;
- finding errors and security issues; and
- displaying advertising that may reflect interests.
Links and Outside Services
Links may lead to Genesee County offices, the Sheriff, courts, MI-VINE, Michigan corrections, federal locators, news pages, and private tools. Once a visitor leaves, the destination’s own privacy policy controls. This site does not manage those systems.
Advertising and analytics providers may use their own technology to recognize activity across websites and select ads. That processing occurs through their services, subject to their notices and controls.
When Data May Be Shared
Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed only as needed to:
- search partners that process submitted queries;
- analytics vendors that measure site use;
- advertising networks that deliver ads; or
- law-enforcement or government bodies acting under a valid legal order.
Security Practices
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect data. No internet service, transmission, or storage system can be promised as fully secure or breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive identity or financial records through ordinary messages.
People Under Eighteen
The site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted personal data may use the Get in Touch page to request review and deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law and verification, a visitor may ask for:
- a copy of personal data held by the site;
- correction of inaccurate personal information;
- deletion of information that need not be retained; or
- an opt-out from certain processing.
These requests concern data controlled by this private site. Genesee County, courts, search partners, and other linked services control their own records and procedures.
Changes to This Notice
Privacy practices may change as services or legal duties develop. A revised notice takes effect when posted here with an updated effective date. Continued use after publication is subject to the new version.