Information That May Be Collected
Search terms entered in a third-party search box are sent to that provider so it can return results. We may not receive the full query, but the provider processes it under its own policy. Messages sent to us can include the sender’s name, email address, message text, and any information voluntarily included.
Web systems can also record technical data automatically, such as IP address, browser and device type, operating system, referring page, pages viewed, timestamps, and general interaction data. Cookies and similar storage may remember preferences, measure traffic, support security, or allow advertising and analytics functions.
How Information Is Used
Information may be used to operate and secure the site, respond to messages, understand page use, fix errors, prevent abuse, measure content performance, and improve navigation. Search data is used by the selected provider to perform the requested search.
We do not use a visitor’s message to create an official Nelson County release record. Do not send sensitive identifiers or urgent custody information through a general site message. Government records requests belong with the office that maintains the record under Kentucky’s Open Records Act, KRS 61.870 through 61.884.
Cookies and Similar Tools
Cookies are small files or browser entries that can support core functions, analytics, advertising, and remembered settings. Some are placed by outside services embedded in or linked from the site. Browser controls may block or delete cookies, though doing so can affect how a feature works.
When Data May Be Shared
Information may be available to search partners that process a submitted query, analytics providers that measure use, advertising networks that deliver or assess ads, and service providers that help host or protect the site. These recipients use data under their own contracts and privacy practices.
Information may also be disclosed to law enforcement, courts, regulators, or other authorities when required by a valid legal order or when reasonably necessary to protect rights, safety, security, and the integrity of the service. We may transfer relevant data if the site or its assets change ownership.
Links to Other Websites
Links lead to Nelson County offices, Kentucky courts and corrections, VINE, federal locators, and other outside services. Their collection and security practices are not controlled by this notice. Review the privacy statement of the site receiving the information before submitting a search or form.
Data Security
Reasonable administrative and technical efforts are used to protect information, but no website, network, transmission, or storage method can be guaranteed completely secure. Visitors submit information at their own risk and should avoid including details that are not needed.
Children
This site is not directed to people under 18, and we do not knowingly seek personal information from children. A parent or guardian who believes a child submitted personal data may use the Contacts page to request review.
Your Privacy Choices
Visitors may adjust cookie settings in their browser, avoid third-party search tools, and decline to send a message. Depending on applicable law and the nature of the data, a person may ask to access, correct, or delete information held directly by this site. Identity verification may be required, and legal retention duties or exceptions can limit a request.
These choices do not control official records held by the jail, court, KDOC, BOP, ICE, or another agency. Requests about an agency record must go to that agency.
Policy Changes
This notice may be revised as site practices, services, or legal requirements change. The version posted here applies when published. Continued use after an update means the visitor should review the current notice.
Privacy Questions
Questions about this notice or information held directly by the website may be sent through the Contacts page. That channel cannot process a Nelson County or Kentucky public-record request.