Public Disclosure
In the State Of Washington, laws exist to ensure that government is open
and that the public has a right to access appropriate records and information
possessed by state government. At the same time, there are exceptions
to the public's right to access public records that serve various needs
including the privacy of individuals. Exceptions are provided by both
state and federal laws. All information collected at this site becomes
public records that may be subject to inspection and copying by the public,
unless an exemption in law exists. RCW 42.17. 260(1) states that:
- Each agency, in accordance with published rules, shall make available for public inspection and copying all public records, unless the record falls within the specific exemptions of subsection (6) of this section [RCW 42.17.260(6)], RCW 42.17.310, 42.17.315, or other statute which exempts or prohibits disclosure of specific information or records. To the extent required to prevent an unreasonable invasion of personal privacy interests protected by RCW 42.17.310 and 42.17.315, an agency shall delete identifying details in a manner consistent with RCW 42.17.310 and 42.17.315 when it makes available or publishes any public record; however, in each case, the justification for the deletion shall be explained fully in writing.
In the event of a conflict between this Privacy Notice and the Public Records Act or other law governing the agency's disclosure of records, the Public Records Act or other applicable law will control.
Access and Correction
of Personal Information
You can review any personal information we collect about you. You may
recommend changes to your personal information you believe in error by
submitting a written request that credibly shows the error. If you believe
that your personal information is being used for a purpose other than
what was intended when submitted, you may contact us. In all cases, we
will take reasonable steps to verify your identity before granting access
or making corrections. See Contact Information section.
Cookies
To better serve our users we are now using "cookies" to customize
your browsing experience with DigitalWA. Cookies are simple text files
stored on your computer by your web browser. We use the cookie feature
only to store a randomly generated identifying tag on your computer.
Security
The Washington State Library, as developer and manager of DigitalWA,
has taken several steps to safeguard the integrity of its telecommunications
and computing infrastructure, including but not limited to authentication,
monitoring, auditing, and encryption. Security measures have been integrated
into the design, implementation and day-to-day practices of the entire
WSL operating environment as part of its continuing commitment to risk
management. This information should not be construed in any way as giving
business, legal, or other advice, or warranting as fail proof, the security
of information provided via WSL supported web sites.
Disclaimer
Washington State Library DigitalWA portal has links to other web sites.
These include links to web sites operated by other government agencies,
nonprofit organizations and private businesses. When you link to another
site, you are no longer on DigitalWA and this Privacy Notice will not
apply. When you link to another web site, you are subject to the privacy
policy of that new site.
Neither the State of Washington, nor any agency, officer, or employee
of the State of Washington warrants the accuracy, reliability or timeliness
of any information published by this system, nor endorses any content,
viewpoints, products, or services linked from this system, and shall not
be held liable for any losses caused by reliance on the accuracy, reliability
or timeliness of such information. Portions of such information may be
incorrect or not current. Any person or entity that relies on any information
obtained from this system does so at his or her own risk.
To access your personally identifiable information we collect, if any, or request correction of factual errors in your personally identifiable information, contact the Washington State Library, Public Disclosure Officer at PO Box 42460, Olympia, Washington 98504-2460 or telephone (360) 570-5565, or email digitalwa@secstate.wa.gov.
