Data You Give Us Directly
Search Queries
A name or location entered in a search box is sent directly to the outside company that supplies that tool. The provider processes the query and delivers its results. We do not keep a separate log or stored copy of those search terms.
Messages and Contact Submissions
We retain an email or other direct message as needed to answer it. Access remains within our organization unless disclosure is required by a valid legal duty.
Data We Gather Automatically
When a page loads, the site's systems may automatically receive basic technical and usage details:
- Page-view dates and times
- Device type and operating system
- Visited pages and time spent on them
- Browser name and version
- A referring website, when one is supplied
- The device's assigned IP address
Cookies and Analytics
Cookies are small files placed on a device. They help measure traffic, popular pages, and points where visits end. Analytics providers may combine that activity into site-use reports. Browser controls can block cookies, though doing so may change how some features work.
What We Do With This Data
- Route search queries to the selected partner tool
- Maintain reliable operation and page speed
- Diagnose errors and other technical problems
- Understand which content visitors use most
- Display advertising that may reflect visitor interests
No Criminal-Record Data on File
We do not host, assemble, or sell a database of personal criminal records. Pettis County content describes how to reach the sheriff, Circuit Court, Missouri State Highway Patrol CJIS repository, and Missouri State Highway Patrol Sex Offender Registry. Visitor information is not turned into a third-party record or consumer report. This site is not a consumer reporting agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Third-Party Search Partners
Outside companies operate the search tools. Their own privacy policies govern information submitted to them, including retention and disclosure practices. We cannot set or change those practices. Review a provider's terms before running a query.
Links to Other Websites
Links may lead to a sheriff, court, state agency, legal aid group, or outside search service. Once a visitor leaves this website, the destination's policy controls. Check it before providing personal information.
Advertising companies may use their own systems to measure activity across websites and select ads. Their tracking is not operated by us.
Who Might See Your Data
Personal data is not sold. Limited information may be available to:
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and performance
- Search partners that process a query
- Advertising networks serving content on the pages
- A government or law-enforcement body acting under a valid legal order
How We Protect Your Data
Reasonable security practices are used to protect collected information. No internet service can guarantee perfect security, so we cannot promise that an unauthorized access event will never occur.
Users Under 18
The website is intended for adults, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from a person under 18. If such information is identified, a request may be made for its deletion.
Your Data Rights
Rights can differ by residence. Missouri's Sunshine Law, Chapter 610 RSMo, governs records of public governmental bodies, while RSMo §43.509 governs CJIS collection and dissemination. Those laws do not turn this private site into a government custodian. Subject to applicable law, you may:
- Request deletion of eligible information
- Ask what information is held about you
- Seek correction of inaccurate information
- Object to certain processing where the law permits
Updates to This Policy
This policy may be revised. A new version becomes available here with an updated effective date, so visitors should review it from time to time.
Effective date: July 30, 2026