Umpqua Valley Public Defender (UVPD)
Effective Date: November 4, 2026
Umpqua Valley Public Defender (UVPD) respects the privacy of individuals who visit our website or communicate with our office. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect personal information, including information associated with our text messaging service.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that individuals voluntarily provide when contacting our office, requesting assistance, or communicating with our staff. This information may include:
- Names, mailing addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses.
- Information provided during client intake or legal representation.
- Communications with our office, including text messages.
- Information necessary to schedule appointments, provide updates, or communicate regarding legal matters.
Our website may also collect limited technical information through the services used to operate and maintain the website.
How We Use Information
We use personal information to:
- Communicate with clients and individuals contacting our office.
- Schedule appointments and provide appointment reminders.
- Provide updates related to legal representation and office operations.
- Respond to inquiries and requests for assistance.
- Maintain records and administer our services.
Text Messaging and Mobile Information
UVPD may offer text messaging to communicate with clients about appointments, scheduling, reminders, and other administrative or case-related matters.
Text messaging is optional. Individuals who consent to receive text messages may withdraw their consent by replying STOP to a message from UVPD.
Mobile phone numbers and text messaging consent information are not sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties.
Confidentiality and Security
UVPD recognizes the importance of protecting confidential client information. We take reasonable measures to safeguard personal information and maintain confidentiality consistent with our professional responsibilities.
Standard SMS text messages are not a secure method for transmitting sensitive or confidential information. Clients should avoid sending sensitive case details, confidential documents, or other protected information through ordinary text messages.
For confidential communications, clients should contact their attorney or use a secure communication method recommended by our office.
Information Sharing
Information may be disclosed when necessary to provide legal services, administer our operations, comply with applicable law, or fulfill professional obligations, subject to applicable confidentiality protections.
Text messaging consent information is excluded from disclosures to outside organizations for their own marketing or promotional purposes.
All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information won’t be shared with any third parties.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this website with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Umpqua Valley Public Defender
645 SE Jackson Street
Roseburg, OR 97470
Phone: (541) 957-5344
Email: Info@uvpd.org
Website: https://uvpd.org