Information You Submit
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or record-related term into a search tool, that query may be 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 us or submit a contact message, we use the information in that message to respond. We do not share contact messages outside the organization unless a valid legal requirement applies.
Information Collected Automatically
Basic technical data may be collected when a page loads or when a visitor moves through the site.
- Internet Protocol address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device category and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on those pages.
- Referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools help measure site usage and keep basic features working. You can block cookies in your browser settings, although some search, analytics, or advertising features may behave differently when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- Maintain the site and improve page performance.
- Route search requests to the relevant partner service.
- Understand which Putnam County jail, court, FOIL, DOCCS, BOP, ICE, or VINELink pages visitors use most.
- Identify and correct technical problems.
- Display advertising that may be more relevant to visitor interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to official and outside resources, including the Putnam County Sheriff's Office, the JustFOIA portal, WebCriminal, DOCCS, BOP, ICE, VINELink, court pages, and search partners. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy of the destination site controls.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across different websites for interest-based advertising. That tracking is handled on their platforms, not as an official Putnam County or New York public-records process.
When Information May Be Shared
We do not sell personal data. Limited information may be available to the parties below when needed to operate the site or when required by law.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- 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 reference site, but no internet-connected service can be promised as completely secure. We cannot guarantee that information transmitted online will be immune from unauthorized access.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, contact us so we can review and delete it where appropriate.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data we maintain about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information you provided.
- Ask that information be deleted when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain uses where applicable law gives that choice.
Policy Updates
This notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with the new effective date or revision date.