Data You Give Us Directly
Search Queries
A name, cause number, or other term entered in a search tool is transmitted to the outside company that operates that tool. The provider processes the query and supplies its results. We do not retain or log those search terms on our own systems.
Messages and Contact Submissions
If you email us, the message may be kept so a response can be provided. It is not shared outside our organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Data We Gather Automatically
When a page loads, servers and service providers may collect routine technical information about the visit:
- The device’s IP address
- Browser name and version
- Operating system and device class
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring website, when available
- Date and time of each request
Cookies and Analytics
Cookies are small files saved on a device. They and analytics services help measure traffic, popular pages, and where visits end. A browser can reject or remove cookies, although some functions may then behave differently.
What We Do With This Data
- Operate, maintain, and improve site performance
- Send a search request to the selected outside provider
- Understand which resources visitors use
- Diagnose errors, abuse, and security problems
- Present advertising that may reflect visitor interests
No Court-Record Data on File
Dimmit County Court Docket does not host, compile, maintain, or sell a database of court dockets or personal case information. It publishes directions to the Dimmit County District Clerk, County Clerk, trial and lower courts, and re:SearchTX. Official judicial-record access is governed by applicable court law, including Texas Rule of Judicial Administration 12 and the judiciary boundary in Government Code section 552.0035. The Texas Public Information Act does not govern the judiciary in the same way it governs executive agencies. None of these rules creates a visitor-data file here. We are not a consumer reporting agency, and visitor information is not assembled into consumer reports or third-party case profiles.
Third-Party Search Partners
Outside companies power the search boxes that appear on some pages. Their privacy policies, not this policy, govern information entered in those tools. Those companies control their retention, use, disclosure, and pricing practices. Review the applicable provider policy before sending a query.
Links to Other Websites
Links may lead to Dimmit County clerk pages, Texas court portals, re:SearchTX, legal-aid resources, or outside search services. Once a visitor leaves this site, the destination’s policy governs the visit. Read that policy before submitting personal information.
Advertising providers may use their own technology to follow activity across websites for targeted advertising. That processing occurs on their systems.
Who Might See Your Data
Personal data is not sold. Limited information may be provided to:
- Search providers that process a query a visitor chooses to submit
- Analytics companies that measure use and technical performance
- Advertising networks that place or measure advertisements
- Government or law-enforcement authorities when valid legal process requires disclosure
How We Protect Your Data
Reasonable, standard safeguards are used for information under our control. No internet service can guarantee complete security, however, and no promise is made that unauthorized access or a breach can never occur.
Users Under 18
This resource is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from a person under 18. If such information is identified, a request may be made for its deletion.
Your Data Rights
Rights can vary with a user’s location and the law that applies. A user may at least request the following regarding personal information maintained by us:
- A copy of available personal data
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of eligible information
- An opt-out from certain processing where applicable
Texas Rule of Judicial Administration 12 and Government Code section 552.0035 address access to judicial records, not privacy requests concerning this private website. Official Dimmit County case records must be addressed to the proper clerk or court.
Updates to This Policy
This policy may be revised. A changed version will be posted here with a new effective date, and continued use will be governed by the posted version.
Effective date: September 7, 2026