Privacy Policy

At Butler County Area Courts, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit our website or interact with our services.

By accessing or using our site (https://bcareacourts.org), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or in-person interactions with court staff.

Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on our site, and analytics data collected via cookies or third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

Case Information: If you submit case-related inquiries online, we may collect relevant details strictly for court service purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to public inquiries and provide court-related assistance
Improve our website’s performance and usability
Send important service updates, notices, or announcements
Comply with legal requirements and safeguard court operations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in the following cases:

With court staff or authorized officials handling your matter
With third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics) under confidentiality agreements
When required by law, court order, or government request
To protect the rights, property, or safety of the court or the public

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking tools to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences, understand visitor behavior, and improve website functionality.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

However, no online system is 100% secure, and we encourage you to avoid sending sensitive details through unsecured channels.

6. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have rights such as:

Accessing the personal data we hold about you
Requesting correction or deletion of your data
Withdrawing consent to certain types of processing
Objecting to direct communications or data collection

To exercise these rights, please contact us .

7. Data Storage and Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for court operations, legal compliance, or as required by law.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

📍 Mailing Address: Butler County Area Courts, 123 Court Street, Hamilton, OH 45011
📞 Phone: (555) 123-45XX
🌐 Website: https://bcareacourts.org/contact-us