3165 King Ave E, Billings, MT 59101

Phone: (406) 256-6881

Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information

  • Name and email address (when you contact us)
  • Information provided in contact forms
  • Correspondence and communications
  • Voluntary feedback and survey responses

Usage Information

  • Pages visited and time spent on site
  • Search queries and interactions
  • Referral sources and navigation patterns
  • Date and time of visits

Device Information

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system and device type
  • IP address and general location
  • Screen resolution and language settings

Cookies and Tracking

  • Essential cookies for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies for usage statistics
  • Preference cookies for user settings
  • Third-party cookies from integrated services
Data Minimization: We only collect information that is necessary for providing our services and improving user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following legitimate purposes:

Service Provision

  • Provide and improve our website services
  • Process search requests and deliver results
  • Maintain website functionality and security
  • Customize user experience

Communication

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide support
  • Send requested information or updates
  • Notify you of important service changes
  • Process feedback and suggestions

Analytics and Improvement

  • Analyze website usage to improve performance
  • Understand user behavior and preferences
  • Optimize search functionality and results
  • Identify and fix technical issues

Security and Compliance

  • Ensure website security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations and requests
  • Protect against misuse and abuse
  • Maintain system integrity and availability

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

When We May Share Information

  • With your explicit consent - When you have given clear permission
  • Legal compliance - To comply with legal requirements, court orders, or subpoenas
  • Safety protection - To protect our rights, property, safety, or that of others
  • Service providers - With trusted partners who assist in website operations under strict confidentiality agreements
  • Business transfers - In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • Emergency situations - When necessary to prevent immediate harm

What We Never Do

  • Sell your personal information to marketers or data brokers
  • Share your information for commercial advertising without consent
  • Provide personal data to unauthorized third parties
  • Use your information for purposes not disclosed in this policy
Service Providers: When we work with service providers (hosting, analytics, etc.), they are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for providing services to us.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Technical Safeguards

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Regular security updates and patches
  • Firewalls and intrusion detection

Administrative Controls

  • Limited access to personal information
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Regular security audits and assessments
  • Incident response procedures

Physical Security

  • Secure data centers and facilities
  • Access controls and monitoring
  • Environmental protections
  • Backup and disaster recovery plans
Security Breach Notification: In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you within 72 hours and provide details about the incident and steps being taken.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather information about website usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose Duration Required
Essential Website functionality and security Session Yes
Analytics Usage statistics and performance 2 years No
Functional User preferences and settings 1 year No
Marketing Advertising and remarketing 90 days No

Managing Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences by:

  • Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
  • Using browser privacy modes or extensions
  • Opting out of specific tracking services
  • Contacting us to request cookie preference changes

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and integrate with external services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and services.

External Links

  • Links to official government websites
  • References to legal and court resources
  • Bail bondsman and legal service providers
  • News and information sources

Integrated Services

  • Google Maps for location services
  • Analytics and tracking services
  • Social media sharing buttons
  • Payment processing (if applicable)
Third-Party Privacy Policies: We strongly advise you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit. Their practices may differ significantly from ours.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

Children Under 13

  • We do not target children under 13 with our services
  • No personal information is knowingly collected from children
  • Parents can contact us to review or delete child information
  • We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)

Parental Rights

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately at info@yellowstonecountyjailroster.com. We will:

  • Review and verify the information
  • Delete the child's personal information
  • Prevent further collection from that individual
  • Provide confirmation of actions taken

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access Rights

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Obtain copies of data we hold about you
  • Learn how your information is being used
  • Review data sharing and processing activities

Correction Rights

  • Correct inaccurate personal information
  • Update outdated information
  • Complete incomplete data records
  • Request verification of changes made

Deletion Rights

  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Exercise "right to be forgotten" where applicable
  • Remove information no longer needed
  • Cancel consent for data processing

Control Rights

  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Restrict processing of your information
  • Object to certain uses of your data
  • Request data portability where applicable

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@yellowstonecountyjailroster.com
  • Subject Line: "Privacy Rights Request"
  • Include: Specific right you wish to exercise and relevant details
  • Response Time: We will respond within 30 days

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Retention Periods

Data Type Retention Period Reason
Contact form submissions 3 years Customer service and legal requirements
Website analytics data 2 years Performance analysis and improvement
Cookie and tracking data 90 days - 2 years Varies by cookie type and purpose
Log files and security data 1 year Security monitoring and compliance
Automatic Deletion: Personal information is automatically deleted when retention periods expire, unless legal obligations require longer retention.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Policy Updates

  • Notification: Significant changes will be prominently posted
  • Email notices: Sent for material changes affecting your rights
  • Effective date: Changes take effect on the date posted
  • Continued use: Using our website after changes constitutes acceptance

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Last Updated

Effective Date: January 2025