Privacy Policy
The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to make users aware of how information is gathered on this site and how it may be used.
Be aware that information you submit to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office ("HCSO") via this site may be legally deemed public information under the laws of the State of Florida. In some cases, we may be required to disclose such information to third parties in accordance with applicable legal requirements such as Florida Statute 119.
Information Collection
We collect and store statistical information that tracks the usage of our site. This includes, but is not limited to, the number of visitors to the site, the specific areas they visit, the name and domain of the host from which a user accesses the Internet, the Internet Protocol (IP) address of a user's computer, and the user's browser software/operating system. This information does not personally identify a user.
From time to time, we may set and access "cookies" on your computer. A cookie is a minimal amount of data which often includes an anonymous unique identifier that is sent to your browser from a site's computers and stored on your computer's hard drive.
You can configure your browser to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or notify you when a cookie is set. Each browser is different, so check the "Help" menu of your browser to learn how to change your cookie preferences.
E-mail is not necessarily secure against interception and may be subject to public information disclosure requirements.
By sending us an e-mail message, you may be sending us personal information (e.g., your name, address, e-mail address, etc.). This information may be disclosed to others in accordance with public records laws and other legal requirements. We may store this information in order to respond to the request or otherwise resolve the subject matter of your e-mail. If you choose not to provide us with your name or other information, it may be impossible for us to respond to or investigate the issue about which you contacted us.
SMS “text” messages
By opting in to receiving messages from HCSO via SMS “text” messaging systems, you agree for HCSO to use your mobile information for this purpose. SMS “text” messaging systems are not secure against interception and may be subject to public information disclosure requirements. Your mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.
Forms and Other Online Submissions
HCSO may ask visitors who request certain specific information to fill out an online form. For example, if you are applying for employment by using an online form, you will be asked to provide your name, address and other personal data. From time to time, other information may be collected through questionnaires, feedback forms, or other means that enable us to determine a user's interests and needs, help us improve our site, or for other purposes.
Information Sharing
We may share personally identifying information with HCSO departments and personnel, other law enforcement or government agencies, and other third parties in the course of carrying out our normal business operations in accordance with Florida law. We may disclose information about inmates, wanted suspects, missing persons, etc. as required in the normal course of our duties. We do not rent or sell personal information about users.
Links to Other (third party) Sites
Our site contains links to information located on sites maintained by other public agencies and private organizations. Once you access an individual document that links you to another site, you are subject to the privacy policy of the site containing that document.
Accessing Public Information
You have certain rights regarding accessing the public information we collect on this site. You may contact HCSO through the email address or telephone number noted on our site for more information.
Disclaimer of Liability
HCSO is neither responsible nor liable for any viruses or other contamination of your system nor for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions arising out of your use of the Site or with respect to the material contained on the Site, including without limitation, any material posted on the Site. HCSO attempts to maintain the highest accuracy of content on this Site. Any errors or omissions should be reported to HCSO. This Site AND ALL MATERIALS CONTAINED ON IT ARE DISTRIBUTED AND TRANSMITTED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF TITLE OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. HCSO IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT MAY ARISE FROM THE USE OF, OR THE INABILITY TO USE, THE SITE AND/OR THE MATERIALS CONTAINED ON THE SITE WHETHER THE MATERIAL IS PROVIDED BY HCSO, OR A THIRD PARTY.