Introduction
Welcome to the official website of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency of Sierra Leone. NDLEA-SL is dedicated to enforcing drug control laws, combating illicit drug trafficking, and protecting the communities of Sierra Leone.
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, maintain, and disclose information from visitors to our website. Our practices are designed to ensure transparency, uphold public trust, and strictly comply with the Sierra Leone National Data Protection Policy and the Data Protection and Right to Access Information Act.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal identification information in a variety of ways:
- Personal Identification Information: We collect information such as your name, email address, phone number, and physical address only when you voluntarily submit it (e.g., when filling out contact forms, registering for newsletters, or requesting educational resources).
- Confidential Tip-Offs: Information voluntarily submitted through our secure reporting portals regarding suspicious or illicit drug-related activities. Users always have the option to submit these reports anonymously.
- Non-Personal Identification Information: We automatically collect technical information when you interact with our website. This includes your browser type, device information, IP address, and details about your interaction with the site.
Purpose of Collection
NDLEA-SL collects and uses your information for the following purposes:
- To process and respond to citizen inquiries, requests, and feedback.
- To evaluate and act upon information related to law enforcement and drug control.
- To deliver public safety alerts, press releases, and educational materials.
- To analyze website traffic and improve user experience, accessibility, and site security.
Cookies
Our website uses “cookies” to enhance user experience. A cookie is a small text file placed on your hard drive to track site usage and preferences. We use this data to ensure our site functions properly and securely. You may choose to configure your web browser to refuse cookies, though doing so may limit your ability to use certain features of the site.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We take the confidentiality of your information seriously. NDLEA-SL does not sell, trade, or rent personal identification information to third parties. We may only share your information under the following conditions:
- With Government and Security Partners: We may share necessary data with other Sierra Leonean law enforcement or intelligence agencies strictly for the purpose of national security, criminal investigations, and combating drug-related crimes.
- Legal Obligations: We will disclose information when required to do so by law, subpoena, or a lawful mandate from the courts of Sierra Leone.
- Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party service providers to help operate our website or administer activities on our behalf (such as website hosting), provided these partners adhere to strict confidentiality and security agreements.
Data Security and Storage
We implement robust data collection, storage, and processing practices. In alignment with the Sierra Leone Cyber Security and Crime Act 2021, state-of-the-art technical and organizational security measures are employed to protect your data, especially confidential tips, against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as mandated by Sierra Leone’s legal retention schedules for public institutions and law enforcement agencies. Once data is no longer required, it is securely anonymized or destroyed.
User Rights
In accordance with Sierra Leone’s evolving data protection frameworks, users and citizens have the following rights concerning their personal data:
- Right of Access: You may request details about the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Right to Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to lawful exceptions (such as active criminal investigations or intelligence operations where data preservation is legally mandated).
- Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limitations on how your personal data is utilized.
Changes to This Policy
NDLEA-SL reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legislation, regulatory requirements, or technological advancements. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We encourage users to frequently check this policy to stay informed about how we are protecting their information. Continued use of ndlea-sl.com signifies your acceptance of these changes.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA-SL)
2 Walpole Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone
nadle.org.sl@gmail.com