1. Introduction
The District Public Defender’s Conference is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the information we collect. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services, including our website, mobile applications, and communication services. Please read this privacy policy carefully.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in various ways. The information we may collect via our website and or in-office services includes:
- Personal Data: Personally identifiable information, such as your name, address, email address, telephone number, and other contact details that you voluntarily provide to us.
- Derivative Data: Information our servers automatically collect when you access our services, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and the pages you have viewed before and after accessing our services.
- Case-Related Data: Information related to legal cases, including but not limited to case numbers, legal documents, court dates, and communications relevant to your legal representation.
3. Use of Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To provide, operate, and maintain our legal services
- To communicate with you regarding your case and our services
- To comply with legal obligations and requirements
- To protect your legal rights and ensure the confidentiality of your information
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share information we have collected about you in certain situations, including:
- With Legal Authorities: As required by law, to comply with legal processes, to protect the safety and security of individuals, and to safeguard public interests.
- With Service Providers: To third-party service providers that perform services for us or on our behalf, such as but not limited to expert witnesses, investigators, and technology providers.
- With Your Consent: With your explicit consent or at your direction.
5. Security of Your Information
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to access and review the personal information we hold about you, subject to certain exceptions prescribed by law. You also have the right to request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information, as well as to request the deletion of your personal information, within the bounds of legal and regulatory requirements.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
618 Church Street
Suite 300
Nashville, TN 37219
(615) 741-5562
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
SMS Messaging Terms & Conditions
You may be afforded the option by our legal team to send and receive information via SMS text messaging. By opting in to receive text messages, you agree to participate in our messaging service.
You may cancel the SMS service at any time by texting “STOP.” After sending “STOP,” you will receive a confirmation message indicating that you have been unsubscribed and will no longer receive messages from us. To rejoin the service, simply reply “UNSTOP.”
For issues with the messaging program, please contact (615)741-5562.
Please note that carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Standard message and data rates may apply to any messages you receive or send. The frequency of messages depends on how often you contact your Public Defenders Office. For questions about your text or data plan, please contact your wireless provider.
Privacy Policy
Your mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. The opt-in data and consent you provide for text messaging will not be shared with any third parties, including affiliates or business partners. This opt-in is not transferable to any other party.