Information You Choose to Send
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or similar detail into a search box operated by a third-party provider, that query is sent to the provider that powers the tool. Sharkey 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 respond. We do not share those messages outside the organization unless a valid legal requirement, such as a subpoena or court order, requires disclosure.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may collect technical details when pages load. That information helps with security, troubleshooting, performance, and understanding which Sharkey County record pages are useful.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when one is passed to us.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to measure visits, remember technical preferences, and understand site usage. You can block cookies in your browser, but some tools or measurements may work differently if cookies are disabled.
How the Information Is Used
- Keep the website available, usable, and reasonably fast.
- Send search requests to the partner service selected by the visitor.
- Understand which pages help people looking for Sharkey County jail, MDOC, VINELink, BOP, or ICE resources.
- Find errors, broken links, security concerns, and other technical problems.
- Display advertising that may be based on general interests or browsing activity.
Outside Websites
This site links to official and outside resources, including the Sharkey County Sheriff's Office, the MDOC inmate search, Mississippi VINELink, federal locators, government public-records pages, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy and data practices of that destination apply.
Advertising partners may use their own cookies or tracking systems to measure ads and show interest-based advertising across websites. That activity happens through their systems, not through a Sharkey County government office.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information as a standalone product. Information may be shared with limited categories of recipients when needed to operate the site or comply with law.
- Search partners that process the query you submit through their tool.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and page performance.
- 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 small public website, but no internet-connected service can be promised as perfectly secure. We cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, outages, or data loss will never occur.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us so the information can be reviewed for deletion.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal information we maintain about you.
- Ask us to correct information that is inaccurate.
- Request deletion of information when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where the law gives that right.
Changes to This Notice
This notice may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date or updated text.