Data You Give Us Directly
Search Queries
A name or place entered in a search tool is sent to the outside provider that operates that tool. The provider processes the query and supplies its results. We do not keep a separate log of those search terms.
Messages and Contact Submissions
An email or direct message may be retained long enough to answer and maintain the exchange. It remains within our organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Data We Gather Automatically
Our systems receive basic technical information when a page loads:
- Page-view dates and times
- Device type and operating system
- Browser name and version
- Internet Protocol address
- Pages viewed and approximate visit duration
- Referring website, when available
Cookies and Analytics
Cookies are small files stored by a browser. They and analytics services help measure aggregate traffic, popular pages, and points where visits end. Browser controls can block cookies, although disabling them may change how some site functions behave.
What We Do With This Data
- Routing a submitted query to the selected search provider
- Maintaining site performance and availability
- Diagnosing errors and other technical problems
- Measuring which pages are useful to visitors
- Displaying advertising that may reflect visitor interests
No Criminal-Record Data on File
Webster County Criminal History does not host, compile, or sell a database of personal criminal records. It provides general directions to the Webster County Sheriff, Circuit Court, Missouri State Highway Patrol CJIS repository, and Missouri Sex Offender Registry. Visitor information is not turned into a consumer report or a third-party criminal-history file. This site is not a consumer reporting agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Third-Party Search Partners
Outside companies operate the search boxes. Information submitted there is governed by the provider's privacy policy. Each provider decides its retention and disclosure practices, which are beyond our control. Review those terms before running a query.
Links to Other Websites
Links may lead to Webster County offices, Missouri agencies, court portals, legal resources, or outside search services. Once a visitor leaves this website, the destination's privacy terms apply. Read them before providing personal information.
Advertising providers may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites and select ads. Their controls and policies govern that tracking.
Who Might See Your Data
We do not sell personal information. Limited data may be available to:
- Advertising networks that serve content on the site
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and performance
- Search providers that process a visitor's submitted query
- Government or law-enforcement bodies acting under a valid legal demand
How We Protect Your Data
Reasonable security practices are used to protect collected data. No internet service can guarantee absolute security, so a breach or unauthorized access cannot be ruled out.
Users Under 18
The website is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If such data is identified, a deletion request may be made.
Your Data Rights
Missouri law may affect a visitor's rights depending on the facts. The Missouri Sunshine Law, Chapter 610 RSMo, governs records held by public bodies, while sections 43.500 through 43.543 RSMo govern Missouri criminal-history information and dissemination. Requests about data held by this private site may include:
- Asking what personal information is held
- Requesting correction of inaccurate personal information
- Seeking deletion of personal information
- Objecting to certain processing where applicable
Updates to This Policy
This policy may be revised as practices or legal duties change. A revised version will appear here with its new effective date.
Effective date: July 30, 2026