At Douglas County Court Records (https://douglascountycourts.org), your privacy is a priority. This GDPR Compliance page explains how we meet the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), what information may be collected, how it may be used, and what rights you hold. Our purpose is to be transparent and provide clear information about how your data is treated. If you have any questions or requests regarding your personal information, you can contact us directly at info@douglascountycourts.org.
What GDPR Means
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a law introduced by the European Union in May 2018. It was created to give people greater control over how their personal data is collected, stored, and used. Although GDPR is a European law, it applies to websites around the world, including Douglas County Court Records, because users from the EU can access our website.
Personal data refers to any information that identifies you as an individual, such as your name, email address, or even digital identifiers like IP addresses. Under GDPR, organizations are expected to handle this data responsibly and provide clear information about how it is processed.
Information That May Be Collected
Browsing Douglas County Court Records does not require you to provide personal information. The website is available as a source of general information. In some cases, however, limited data may be collected, including:
- Email communications: If you contact us through info@douglascountycourts.org, we may collect and store your name, email address, and the message you send. This allows us to respond to your inquiry.
- Technical information: Standard technical information such as IP addresses, browser types, and device details may be collected automatically. This data helps us maintain site security and track performance.
- Cookies: Like many websites, cookies may be used to improve browsing experiences, store preferences, and monitor site activity.
We do not request sensitive details such as financial information, identification documents, or login credentials.
How Information May Be Used
The data collected on this site is used only for a few specific purposes. These include responding to emails, improving website performance, and protecting the site from misuse or harmful activity. Information is not shared, sold, or rented to third parties. Our primary focus is ensuring that the data collected is used responsibly and only when necessary.
Legal Basis for Data Use
GDPR requires a lawful reason for any processing of personal data. At Douglas County Court Records, our lawful bases may include:
- Consent: When you choose to email us, you provide consent for your data to be processed so we can respond.
- Legitimate interest: We may collect technical data to maintain website safety, detect potential issues, and ensure performance.
Data Retention Policy
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary. Email communication is stored for the time needed to respond and resolve the matter. Once no longer required, messages may be deleted. Technical data, such as logs, is kept only for website maintenance and security purposes before being removed. We do not keep unnecessary records.
Security of Information
We take steps to secure the information that is shared with us. While no online system can provide complete protection, we apply reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to reduce risks such as unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of data. Security is a continuous responsibility, and we treat it with care.
Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Union or subject to GDPR protections, you have several rights over your personal information. These include:
- Right of access: You can ask us what personal data we hold about you.
- Right of rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to erasure: You may request the deletion of your data when it is no longer needed.
- Right to restrict processing: You may ask us to limit how your data is used.
- Right to portability: You may request your data in a portable format.
- Right to object: You can object to certain uses of your personal data.
- Right to withdraw consent: If you gave consent for us to process your data, you may withdraw it at any time.
To use any of these rights, contact us directly at info@douglascountycourts.org.
Cookies and Tracking
Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve browsing experiences and analyze website activity. Our site may use cookies to remember preferences, improve navigation, and track visitor statistics.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to allow them. Some parts of the site may not function properly without them, but disabling cookies will not prevent you from accessing the majority of the content.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to other websites for informational purposes. Once you click an external link and leave Douglas County Court Records, the handling of your information will be subject to that site’s privacy policy. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of any websites you visit through links provided here.
Data Transfers Outside the EU
Since Douglas County Court Records is based in the United States, any personal data you provide may be transferred outside of the European Union. While this may involve different levels of legal protection, we treat all data with care and handle it responsibly to reduce risks.
Contact Information
If you have questions about GDPR compliance, need more details about how your data is processed, or want to exercise your rights, you may contact us:
Douglas County Court Records
Website: https://douglascountycourts.org
Email: info@douglascountycourts.org