Information You Provide
Search Queries
When you type a name, location, or other search detail into a search tool on this site, that query may be sent to the third-party provider that powers the tool. Richmond County Inmate Population does not maintain its own jail roster database and does not store those search terms as official records.
Messages
If you email us or send a message through a contact channel, we use the information you provide to read, route, and answer that message. We do not share those messages outside the organization except when a valid legal requirement makes disclosure necessary.
Information Collected Automatically
Basic technical information may be collected when a browser loads pages from this site. It helps measure traffic, diagnose errors, and understand how visitors use Richmond County inmate record resources.
- IP address or similar network identifier.
- Browser name, browser version, and language settings.
- Device type, operating system, and screen characteristics.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on pages.
- Referring website or campaign source, if available.
- Date and time of each visit.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to measure site use, remember technical preferences, support ads, and improve page performance. Most browsers let users block or delete cookies, although some features may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To operate the site, monitor uptime, and keep pages usable.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service when a visitor uses a search box.
- To understand which Richmond County custody and court-record pages are useful.
- To detect broken links, technical errors, security issues, and misuse.
- To display advertising that may be based on broad interests or page context.
Outside Websites
This site links to NYC DOC, New York court portals, DOCCS, BOP, ICE, New York FOIL resources under Public Officers Law Article 6, and other public or third-party websites. Once you leave this site, the privacy notice and terms of the destination website control what happens there.
Advertising partners may use cookies or similar technology on their own systems to measure activity across websites and show targeted ads. Those practices are controlled by the advertising partner, not by Richmond County Inmate Population.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information as a standalone customer list. Information may be disclosed to the following categories when needed for the purposes described in this notice.
- Search partners that process submitted lookup queries.
- Analytics providers that help measure traffic and page use.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, regulators, or government bodies when required by subpoena, court order, warrant, or similar legal process.
Security Practices
Reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards are used to protect information handled by this site. No website, server, network, browser, or email system can be promised to be fully secure, so no breach-proof guarantee is made.
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 contact us to request deletion.
Your Data Rights
- Ask for a copy of personal information this site holds about you.
- Ask that incorrect information be corrected.
- Ask that information be deleted when retention is no longer needed.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law provides that right.
Policy Changes
This Privacy Notice may be revised from time to time. Changes are posted on this page and become effective when posted, unless a later effective date is stated.