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Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: 6/3/2025

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The Homicide Investigators of Texas (HITX) is committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of all individuals who interact with our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information, particularly law enforcement-sensitive data, in compliance with the Texas Privacy Protection Act (TPPA) and other applicable state and federal laws.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect both personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personally identifiable information (non-PII), including but not limited to:

  • User-submitted Information: Name, contact details, professional affiliation, credentials, and agency data submitted via registration or inquiry forms.

  • Law Enforcement-Sensitive Information (LESI): Any information classified as sensitive for investigative, intelligence, or operational reasons, submitted through secure channels for members-only use.

  • Technical Data: Browser type, IP address, device identifiers, access times, and website usage patterns via analytics and cookies.

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2. Legal Basis for Data Collection and Processing

Under the TPPA, we collect and process personal and sensitive information:

  • With the explicit consent of the data subject (where applicable)

  • When necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or official capacity

  • For the purposes of internal investigations, inter-agency cooperation, or criminal justice functions

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

  • Authenticate users and verify credentials for restricted content access

  • Facilitate collaboration between law enforcement agencies

  • Maintain secure digital infrastructure for investigative resources

  • Respond to inquiries and fulfill user requests

  • Comply with legal obligations or agency requirements

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4. Protection of Law Enforcement-Sensitive Data

HITX implements stringent technical and organizational measures to protect LESI and any personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • Encrypted data storage and transfer (SSL/TLS)

  • Access controls and authentication for members-only portals

  • Data retention limits and secure disposal procedures

  • Monitoring and audit logging of data access events

No LESI is shared or disclosed outside of verified law enforcement personnel unless required by a legal mandate.

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5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or trade personal or sensitive information. Information may be shared:

  • With authorized and credentialed law enforcement personnel

  • With third-party service providers under strict confidentiality agreements

  • When required by law, regulation, or judicial process

All disclosures are logged and evaluated for compliance with HITX policy and applicable law.

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6. Data Retention

We retain personal and sensitive information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above or as required by law enforcement protocols. Data is securely archived or purged in accordance with HITX records management policy.

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7. Individual Rights Under the TPPA

Under the Texas Privacy Protection Act, you may have rights to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data

  • Object to certain data uses, where legally permissible

Requests can be submitted to the contact details below and are subject to authentication and review.

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8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze site usage. You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit access to secure areas of the site.

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9. Children’s Privacy

This site is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as needed to reflect legal, operational, or technological changes. Updates will be posted to this page with the revised effective date.

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11. Contact Us

For privacy inquiries, requests under the TPPA, or data protection questions, please contact:

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Homicide Investigators of Texas (HITX)

P.O.Box 34

Miles, Texas 76861
Email: secretary@hitx.org

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