Information You Submit
Search Terms
When you type a name, place, or other query into a search tool on this site, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep its own log of those search terms.
Messages
If you email us or send a message through a contact channel, we keep the information needed to read and respond to that message. We do not share those messages outside our organization unless a valid legal requirement applies.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, the server and related services may receive technical information when a page loads.
- Internet Protocol address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may help measure site use, remember basic preferences, and support advertising or analytics. You can block cookies in your browser settings, but some features or measurements may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To operate the site and keep pages loading reliably.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service.
- To understand which Gem County jail, court, and records pages are useful to visitors.
- To detect errors, broken links, abuse, and technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Links and Outside Sites
This site links to Gem County Sheriff's Office pages, Gem County Court resources, Idaho Department of Correction tools, federal locators, VINELink, public-record references, and third-party search services. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy of the outside site controls its collection and use of information.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites and deliver interest-based ads. That tracking happens on their platforms, not through official Gem County records systems.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal data. Information may be handled by limited categories of providers or recipients.
- Search partners that process queries you submit through their tools.
- Analytics providers that help measure traffic and page performance.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
We use ordinary security practices for a public website, but no internet-connected system can be promised to be breach proof. You should avoid sending sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your request.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us so the information can be reviewed for deletion.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information you provided.
- Request deletion when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where an opt-out right applies.
Public Records Context
Some links on this site point to government records that may be available under the Idaho Public Records Act, Title 74, Chapter 1. Idaho Code 74-102 addresses examination and copying of public records, 74-103 addresses request response timing, and 74-104 identifies exemptions. Those laws apply to public agencies, not to this private website.
Notice Updates
This privacy notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with the new effective version reflected by the posted content.