Information You Submit
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or other search detail into a third-party search tool on this site, that request is sent to the provider that operates the tool. Houston County Inmate Population does not keep its own log of those search terms.
Messages
If you email us or send a contact message, we use the information in that message to review the issue and respond. We do not share contact messages outside our organization unless a valid legal requirement makes disclosure necessary.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may receive routine technical data when a page loads. That data can include:
- Your IP address.
- Your browser type and version.
- Your device category and operating system.
- The pages you visit and how long you remain on them.
- The referring website, if one sent you here.
- Date and time stamps tied to page activity.
Cookies
Cookies may be used to understand site usage, support analytics, and improve the browsing experience. You can block cookies in your browser settings, but some features or measurements may work differently if you do.
How We Use Information
- To keep the site available, readable, and responsive.
- To route search requests to the outside provider selected by the page.
- To understand which Houston County jail, court, and locator pages are most useful.
- To find broken links, technical errors, and performance problems.
- To display advertising that may be relevant to visitor interests.
Outside Websites and Public Records
This site links to sheriff, jail, court, ADOC, federal, ICE, and third-party search resources. Alabama public-records access, including public writings addressed by Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, does not make those outside sites part of this privacy notice. After you click away, the destination site's own privacy terms apply.
Advertising partners may use their systems to recognize activity across different websites for targeted advertising. That tracking is handled by those partners, not by a Houston County government office or this site as an official record holder.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal data. Information may still be handled by limited outside parties that support the site or respond to legal obligations.
- Search partners that process a query you submit through their tools.
- Analytics providers that help measure site use.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
We use reasonable security practices for a public website, but no internet-connected service can be guaranteed breach-proof. You should avoid sending sensitive custody, legal, medical, financial, or identity details unless they are required by the official agency you are contacting.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information to us, contact us so it can be reviewed for deletion.
Your Data Choices
- You may ask for a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- You may ask us to correct information that is inaccurate.
- You may request deletion of information where applicable.
- You may object to certain processing or adjust browser settings for cookies and tracking.
Policy Updates
This notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms take effect when posted on this page with a new effective date or revised text.