GDPR Compliance – Arrests.org MO

At Arrests.org MO, we take your privacy seriously and are fully committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This page outlines the policies and practices we follow to ensure your data is collected, stored, and processed in compliance with GDPR guidelines. By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

Who We Are

Arrests.org MO is an informational website operating under the domain mo-arrests.org. We provide resources related to Missouri arrest records and ensure that we comply with all legal obligations, including GDPR requirements, to protect the privacy and rights of our users. For any questions regarding this policy, you can contact us at info@mo-arrests.org.

Data Collection

When you visit Arrests.org MO, certain data is collected to improve your experience and ensure the proper functioning of our website. This data includes:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited on the site
  • Time and date of visits
  • Referring websites

We collect this data to improve our website’s performance and ensure users can navigate the platform efficiently.

We do not collect sensitive personal information, such as names, addresses, or email addresses, unless explicitly provided by the user. Any data voluntarily provided to us, such as when contacting us via email, is collected with your consent and in accordance with GDPR guidelines.

Why We Collect Data

We only collect data for legitimate reasons, including:

  • Enhancing user experience on the website
  • Understanding how users interact with our platform
  • Ensuring the website is functioning properly
  • Complying with legal obligations

All data collected is processed fairly and transparently, with the sole aim of improving our website’s functionality and ensuring compliance with the law.

In accordance with GDPR guidelines, Arrests.org MO processes your data based on one of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: If you voluntarily provide personal data, such as through contacting us via email, we process this data based on your consent. You can withdraw this consent at any time by contacting us at info@mo-arrests.org.
  • Legitimate Interests: We may process your data based on our legitimate interest in maintaining and improving our website’s functionality. This includes collecting non-personally identifiable data such as browser type and IP address.
  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: We may be required to process your data to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

Your Rights Under GDPR

Under the GDPR, users have specific rights regarding their personal data. At Arrests.org MO, we respect and uphold these rights, ensuring that you have full control over your data.

  • Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the data we collect about you. This includes information about the types of data collected, how it is processed, and the purpose behind its collection.
  • Right to Rectification: If any data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or update this information.
  • Right to Erasure: Also known as the “right to be forgotten,” you can request the deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer needed for its original purpose or if you withdraw consent.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we limit the processing of your data, either by stopping specific uses of the data or limiting its use in general.
  • Right to Data Portability: If we process your data based on your consent or in the performance of a contract, you have the right to request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format, so that you can transfer it to another service provider.
  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to certain types of data processing, including processing for direct marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have given us consent to process your data, you have the right to withdraw this consent at any time. This will not affect the legality of any processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@mo-arrests.org, and we will respond to your request promptly in accordance with GDPR requirements.

Data Retention

We retain data for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Non-personally identifiable data, such as analytics information, may be retained indefinitely to help us improve our website’s performance and ensure compliance with legal obligations.

If you have provided personal data, we retain this data only as long as necessary to address your query or as required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

Data Security

We take all necessary steps to ensure the security of the data collected on Arrests.org MO. This includes implementing technical and organizational measures to protect against unauthorized access, loss, destruction, or alteration of data. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, or transfer your personal data to third parties without your consent, except where required by law or as outlined in this policy. If we engage with third-party providers, they are required to adhere to GDPR guidelines and protect your data in the same manner that we do.

Some of the third-party providers we may engage with include:

  • Analytics tools that help us understand how users interact with our website
  • Hosting providers that store our website’s data

These third parties only have access to the data necessary to perform their specific tasks and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Cookies

Arrests.org MO uses cookies to enhance the functionality of our website and improve the user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit certain websites. They allow us to recognize your device and collect non-personally identifiable data about your interactions with our site.

Types of cookies we use include:

  • Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website, such as enabling page navigation and access to secure areas.
  • Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
  • Preference Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings, to provide a more personalized experience.

You have the option to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline them if you prefer. Please note that if you choose to decline cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

International Data Transfers

As Arrests.org MO is based in Missouri, USA, any data collected through our website may be transferred to and stored in servers outside of the European Economic Area (EEA). In accordance with GDPR guidelines, we ensure that any such transfers are conducted with appropriate safeguards in place to protect your personal data.

These safeguards may include:

  • Using approved contractual clauses that guarantee the protection of your data
  • Partnering with third parties who comply with GDPR and have implemented suitable security measures

By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your data outside the EEA under these conditions.

Changes to Our GDPR Policy

Arrests.org MO reserves the right to update or modify this GDPR compliance policy at any time. If we make significant changes to the way we handle your data, we will notify you either via email or by posting a notice on our website.

It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of our website after changes to this policy are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our GDPR compliance policy or your data rights, please feel free to reach out to us at info@mo-arrests.org. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your data is handled in accordance with GDPR requirements.