Data You Provide
Search Queries
When a name, location, or other search term is entered into a partner-powered lookup tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep its own separate log of those search terms.
Messages
If you email or send a contact message, the message may be kept long enough to review it and respond. Contact messages are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law, court order, or another valid legal process.
Automatic Data
Standard technical data may be collected when a page loads. This helps the site work, measure use, and diagnose problems.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring site, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used for analytics, site function, advertising, and usage measurement. You can block cookies in your browser settings, though some features or partner services may not behave the same way.
How Data Is Used
- To keep pages available, responsive, and secure.
- To route search requests to the correct partner service.
- To understand which Macon County inmate and court-record pages are useful.
- To find errors, broken links, or technical failures.
- To display ads that may be based on general interests or browsing activity.
Outside Websites
This site links to Macon County sheriff resources, the Macon County Detention Center, North Carolina court resources, NCDAC, VINELink, BOP, ICE, and third-party search tools. North Carolina public records are governed in part by Chapter 132 of the North Carolina General Statutes, but privacy practices belong to each site you use. Once you click through, the privacy policy and data practices of that outside site apply.
Advertising partners may use their own cookies or identifiers to measure ads or tailor advertising across websites. That tracking is handled on their systems, not as an official Macon County government function.
Sharing Data
Personal data 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 lookup queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site use.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used to protect information handled through this site. No website, email system, server, or internet-connected service can be guaranteed to be fully secure, so no breach-proof promise is made.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adult users. It does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, a parent or guardian may request review or deletion.
Your Data Rights
- Ask for a copy of personal data this site maintains.
- Request correction of inaccurate contact information.
- Ask for deletion when retention is not legally required.
- Opt out of certain uses where applicable law provides that choice.
Policy Updates
This privacy notice may be changed from time to time. A revised version takes effect when it is posted here with a new effective date or updated content.