Information You Provide
Search Terms
When a name, location, or other search term is entered into a search tool, that query may be sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. Milwaukee County Inmate Population does not store those search terms in its own records.
Messages
If you send an email or contact message, the information in that message may be kept long enough to review it and respond. It is not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Site Data
Basic technical data may be collected when pages load, mainly to operate the site, measure use, and resolve technical problems.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies may be used to understand how visitors use the site and to support advertising or analytics functions. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, though some features may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How Data Is Used
- To keep pages available, stable, and reasonably fast.
- To pass search requests to the correct partner tool.
- To understand which Milwaukee County record pages visitors use most.
- To find bugs, broken links, and performance issues.
- To display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office pages, Wisconsin DOC resources, court portals, BOP and ICE locators, VINELink, and third-party search tools. After a visitor leaves this site, the privacy policy of the outside website controls that visit.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure ad views or tailor ads across websites. That tracking happens through their platforms, not through official Milwaukee County or Wisconsin public-record systems.
Who May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold as a standalone list. It may be processed or disclosed in limited situations tied to site operation, advertising, or legal duties.
- Search partners that process submitted search queries.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and page use.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security Practices
Reasonable safeguards are used to protect site-related data. No internet-connected service can be promised as breach-proof, so this notice does not guarantee absolute security.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may request deletion if a minor submitted information.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data this site still holds.
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Ask that retained personal information be deleted.
- Opt out of certain processing when applicable law gives that right.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms take effect when posted on this page with a new effective date or revised text.