Information You Send
Search Terms
If you type a name, location, or other query into a third-party search tool, that query is handled by the provider that powers the tool. Napa County Released Inmates does not store official records and does not keep its own log of those search terms.
Messages
If you email us or send a contact message, we may keep the message long enough to review and respond. We do not share those messages outside our organization unless required by law.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may collect routine technical information when pages load.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time on page.
- Referring website, if one is passed to us.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies may be used to understand site use and support basic functionality. You can block cookies in your browser settings, though some features or measurements may work differently.
How Information Is Used
- Operate the site and keep pages loading reliably.
- Send search requests to the correct third-party provider when you choose to use a partner tool.
- Understand which Napa release-record pages are useful to visitors.
- Find errors, broken pages, and technical issues.
- Show advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to Napa County Department of Corrections resources, Sheriff's records pages, Napa Superior Court, CDCR, VINE, federal locators, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy of the destination site controls.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity or serve targeted ads across websites. Those practices occur on their systems, not as official Napa County Released Inmates records.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal data. Information may be available to limited service providers or authorities in the situations below.
- Search partners that process queries you submit to their tools.
- Analytics providers used to measure traffic and performance.
- Advertising networks used to display ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
We use standard security practices for a public website, but no internet-connected system can be promised breach-proof. You should avoid sending sensitive case details unless they are necessary for your message.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, contact us so it can be reviewed for deletion.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Ask us to correct information you believe is wrong.
- Request deletion where applicable.
- Opt out of certain processing where the law gives that right.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Notice may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the revised text taking effect when posted.