Information provided directly
Search entries
A name, location, or other query entered into a search tool is transmitted to the third-party provider that operates that tool. Monmouth County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the message and supplied contact details may be retained to respond and maintain correspondence. They are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical data and cookies
When a browser loads a page, hosting, security, and analytics services may collect ordinary technical information needed to operate and assess the site.
- Internet Protocol address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages visited and time spent on them.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time of the visit.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools help measure usage and remember basic browser activity. A visitor may block or delete cookies through browser settings, although some features may then function differently.
How information is used
Collected information supports the operation and improvement of the reference service.
- Maintain the site and improve performance.
- Send a submitted query to the appropriate search partner.
- Understand which content readers find useful.
- Detect, investigate, and correct technical problems.
- Display advertising that may reflect general interests.
Outside websites
The site links to official resources, including the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, MCCI, the MCSO OPRA process, and NJDOC Offender Information, as well as third-party search services. After a visitor follows an external link, that organization’s privacy rules and terms control its handling of data. This notice does not change a request made under New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act, N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.
Advertising partners may collect or use information across websites to deliver interest-based advertising on their own systems. Their practices are governed by their notices, not this one.
Potential recipients
Monmouth County Busted Mugshots does not sell personal data. Limited information may be processed or disclosed by the following recipients when needed for the stated purposes or required by law.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site use.
- Advertising networks that serve advertisements.
- Law enforcement or government bodies responding to a valid legal order.
Security practices
Reasonable administrative and technical measures are used to protect information. No internet-connected system is completely secure, so the site cannot promise that transmitted or stored data will never be accessed, altered, or lost.
Visitors under 18
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a parent or guardian believes a minor submitted information, they may request its removal through Contact Us.
Access and choice
A visitor may contact the operator to make the following requests about personal information held by the site, subject to applicable law and verification.
- Request a copy of personal information held.
- Ask to correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion where appropriate.
- Opt out of certain processing where that option is available.
Changes to this notice
This notice may be revised as the site or its services change. Any revision will be posted here with an updated effective date.