Information You Send
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or other detail 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 database of those search terms.
Messages to the Site
If you email or submit a contact message, the message and return contact details may be kept long enough to review and respond. Those messages are not shared outside the organization unless a valid legal requirement makes disclosure necessary.
Information Collected During Visits
Like most websites, this site may receive routine technical information when a page loads. That data helps maintain access to pages about Steuben County Jail, INjail, Indiana Department of Correction locator resources, and related record-access pages.
- Internet protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device category and operating system
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them
- Referring website or link, when available
- Date and time of the visit
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand traffic patterns and site performance. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, although some features or advertising controls may work differently after that change.
How the Information Is Used
- Keep pages available and loading properly
- Send search requests to the appropriate partner service
- Understand which Steuben County jail and records pages visitors use most
- Diagnose broken links, errors, and other technical problems
- Display advertising that may be based on general interests
Outside Links and Services
This site links to county jail resources, sheriff and corrections pages, court portals, state and federal locators, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy of the destination site controls how that service handles your information.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure activity across websites and deliver interest-based ads. Those tracking tools are operated by the advertising provider, not by Steuben County Inmate Population.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold as a mailing list or standalone file. It may be available to the following parties when needed for site operation, advertising, analytics, search routing, or legal compliance.
- Search partners that process submitted lookup queries
- Analytics providers that measure site traffic
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when required by subpoena, court order, or another valid legal process
This notice does not change access rights or exemptions under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, including IC 5-14-3-3, IC 5-14-3-4, and IC 5-14-3-5.
Security Practices
Reasonable safeguards are used to protect information handled through the site. No website, search partner, email system, or internet-connected service can be guaranteed to be free from unauthorized access or technical failure.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, use the contact page to request review and deletion.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal information held by the site
- Request correction of inaccurate contact information
- Ask for deletion where retention is not required
- Opt out of certain processing when an opt-out right applies
Policy Changes
This notice may be revised as site features, partner tools, or legal requirements change. Updates will appear on this page with the revised text in effect when posted.