PRIVACY POLICY | DPS of Northern Nevada

DPS of Northern Nevada
Document Preparation Services

Effective Date: January 30, 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy explains how DPS of Northern Nevada, operated by Deborah Barnhart (“DPS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, handles, and protects personal information obtained from clients and visitors in connection with document preparation services.

This policy applies to information collected through our website, in person, by telephone, by email, or through other direct communications related to our services.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect personal information only as necessary to prepare documents at a client’s direction.

The information we may collect includes:

Full name
Mailing address
Email address
Telephone number
Information required to prepare documents requested by the client

Clients provide this information voluntarily for the sole purpose of document preparation.

3. SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION

As part of document preparation, DPS may temporarily handle sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or financial information, only when required to prepare the requested documents.

Sensitive personal information is:

Used solely for document preparation
Not retained after the service is completed
Securely destroyed once no longer needed

4. HOW INFORMATION IS USED

Personal information is used exclusively for the following purposes:

Preparing documents at the client’s direction
Communicating with clients regarding their requested services
Processing payments
Complying with applicable legal or recordkeeping obligations

We do not sell, rent, or use client information for marketing, profiling, or advertising purposes.

5. INFORMATION SHARING

We do not sell or disclose client information to third parties, except:

When required by law or legal process
When necessary to complete a client-authorized transaction, such as payment processing
With the client’s express consent

6. DATA RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION

DPS does not retain original client documents.

Most personal information provided for document preparation is temporary and is destroyed once the requested service is completed.

DPS is required to retain limited records related to each client, including:

A copy of the client’s receipt
A copy of the client’s service contract
A signed client disclosure statement

These retained records contain only basic contact information, such as name, address, telephone number, and email address. No sensitive personal information is retained in these records.

All other documents and information containing sensitive personal data are securely destroyed. Physical documents are shredded, and any electronic data is deleted when no longer necessary.

7. DATA SECURITY

We take reasonable administrative and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

These measures include limited access to client records and secure handling and destruction of documents. No method of data transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. MINORS

DPS does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18, except when information about a minor is provided by a parent or legal guardian for document preparation purposes.

9. CLIENT RIGHTS

Clients may request to review or correct the personal information retained in their records, subject to applicable legal requirements.

Requests may be made using the contact information listed below.

10. WEBSITE INFORMATION

When visiting our website, limited technical information such as IP address or browser type may be collected for basic website functionality and security. This information does not identify you personally and is not used for tracking or advertising.

11. POLICY UPDATES

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

Deborah Barnhart
DPS of Northern Nevada
531 Court Street
Elko, NV 89801
Phone: 775-385-2200
Email: dbarnhart@dpsnnv.com