Data You Give Us Directly
Search Queries
A name, date of birth, or other query entered in an embedded search tool is sent directly to the outside company operating that tool. We do not keep a separate log or database of those search terms.
Messages and Contact Submissions
When you email us, we may retain the message and contact details needed to respond. We keep that correspondence within our organization except when disclosure is legally required.
Data We Gather Automatically
Our systems may automatically record routine technical and usage information when a page loads, including:
- Page-view dates and times
- Pages opened and approximate time spent on them
- Device type, operating system, browser, and browser version
- Your device's IP address
- The referring website, when available
Cookies and Analytics
Cookies and analytics services help us understand traffic patterns, such as popular pages and common exit points. You may block cookies through your browser, although doing so can change how some site functions behave.
What We Do With This Data
- Diagnosing faults and maintaining site security and performance
- Routing an embedded-tool query to the provider operating it
- Understanding which reference pages visitors use
- Operating and improving the website
- Displaying advertising that may reflect visitor interests
No Warrant Data on File
We do not host, compile, maintain, or sell a warrant database or personal warrant profiles. Our Washington County pages explain how to reach Iowa Courts Online, the Washington County Clerk of Court, and the Sheriff's Office. We are not a consumer reporting agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and visitor information is not assembled into consumer reports.
Third-Party Search Partners
Outside companies supply the search boxes that may appear on this site. Their own privacy terms govern submitted queries, retention, and disclosure. Read the provider's policy before entering personal information because we do not control those practices.
Links to Other Websites
Links may lead to Iowa court resources, Washington County offices, legal-help organizations, or commercial tools. Once you leave this website, the destination's privacy policy applies, so review it before providing personal details.
Advertising providers may use their own technology to recognize activity across websites and tailor ads. That processing takes place on their systems.
Who Might See Your Data
We do not sell personal information. Data may nevertheless be available to:
- Analytics vendors measuring site traffic and performance
- Search partners processing a query you choose to submit
- Advertising networks serving content on our pages
- Government or law-enforcement bodies when valid legal process compels disclosure
How We Protect Your Data
We use reasonable safeguards for information under our control. No online service can guarantee absolute security, however, and we cannot promise that unauthorized access will never occur.
Users Under 18
This website is intended for adults, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone younger than 18. If we learn that a minor supplied such information, we will take steps to remove it.
Your Data Rights
Rights vary by where you live and by the law that applies. Subject to any applicable limits, you may ask us to:
- Provide access to personal information held about you
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Stop certain forms of processing
- Delete eligible personal information
Updates to This Policy
We may revise this policy as our practices or legal obligations change. The version posted here will carry its current effective date.
Effective date: September 12, 2026