Information You Enter
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or similar detail into a search tool, that query may be sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. Rapides Parish Inmate Population does not store those search terms in its own records.
Messages
If you send an email or message connected with this site, the information you provide may be kept long enough to read, route, and answer it. We do not share message contents outside the organization unless a legal requirement applies.
Technical Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, each page visit can create basic technical records. Those records may include:
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- The referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site use and improve performance. You can block cookies in your browser, but some features or measurements may work differently when they are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- Operate the site and keep pages loading reliably.
- Send search requests to the correct partner service.
- Understand which Rapides Parish jail and record pages are most useful.
- Find errors, broken links, and technical problems.
- Display advertising that may be based on general visitor interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to sheriff pages, jail rosters, Louisiana DPS&C resources, court and public-record sources under Louisiana Public Records Law, including La. R.S. 44:1 and 44:31, and third-party search tools. After you leave this site, the privacy policy of the destination site controls its data practices.
Advertising partners may also use their own systems to recognize activity across websites for interest-based ads. That tracking happens on their platforms, not in a jail record maintained here.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information. Limited information may be available to these parties when needed:
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and errors.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used for this site, but no internet-connected service can be guaranteed breach-proof or error-free.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us so the submission can be reviewed for deletion.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal information held by the site.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask that personal information be deleted.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law allows it.
Notice Updates
This Privacy Notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a new effective date when needed.