Sharing someone else’s criminal history may seem like a form of public information, but in 2025, laws surrounding online exposure have evolved. This guide explores whether it’s illegal to post someone’s criminal record online, your rights if you’re a victim, and how to remove arrest records from the web.
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Laws Against Posting Pictures Without Consent: What You Need to Know in 2025
In the age of smartphones and social sharing, the question of whether it’s legal to post someone’s photo without their permission has never been more important. This is especially true when it involves images that are reputationally damaging or published without proper context. Whether you’re navigating privacy issues in the United States or internationally, the […]
Can You Sue Mugshot Websites? Civil Remedies for Reputation Harm
If a mugshot website has damaged your reputation, you may have legal options. This guide explains when and how you can sue mugshot websites, enforce your rights, and repair your name online.
State-by-State Guide to Mugshot Removal Laws and Typical Fees
Are mugshots legal in your state? This comprehensive 2025 guide outlines removal laws, fee regulations, and your rights when clearing arrest records from the internet.
Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Stops Publishing Mugshots Online
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has made a significant policy change by ceasing the public display of mugshots on its official website. This decision follows a pivotal ruling by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, which found that such public postings can result in undue humiliation for individuals who have not been convicted of […]
Can You Copyright a Mugshot? Exploring the Legalities
Mugshots have become a ubiquitous part of our culture, plastered on news websites and tabloids alike. But can you actually copyright a mugshot? In this blog post, we dive into the legalities surrounding the use of mugshots and explore whether or not they can be protected under copyright law. Get ready to delve into the […]
Florida Mugshot Law: What you need to know
2023 Florida Statutes on Mugshots Online Chapter 901.43 Dissemination of arrest booking photographs (1) Any person or entity engaged in the business of publishing through a publicly accessible print or electronic medium or otherwise disseminating arrest booking photographs of persons who have previously been arrested may not solicit or accept a fee or other form of payment […]
Clearing Your Name: Understanding the Process of Mugshot Removal after Expungement
Have you ever wondered what happens to your mugshot after your criminal record is expunged? Well, wonder no more! In this enlightening blog post, we delve into the fascinating world of mugshot removal and the intricate process behind clearing your name. Whether you’ve recently had your record expunged or are simply curious about this often […]
Why are Mugshots Public Record? Unveiling the Truth!
Are Mugshots Public Record?Have you ever come across someone’s mugshot online and wondered how it was even accessible? Why are these snapshots of people’s worst moments made public in the first place? Many questions surround the topic of mugshots as public records, but few truly understand why they exist and what purpose they serve. In […]
The Mugshot Extortion Scheme: Understanding the Tactics Used by Scammers
Are you haunted by a past mistake? Is there an embarrassing moment from your past that continues to follow you, no matter how much you’ve changed? Imagine the shock and humiliation of seeing your mugshot plastered all over the internet for the world to see. It’s a nightmare scenario that thousands of people find themselves […]
Mugshots.com Owners in Hot Water
Mugshots.com owners were arrested in Florida today for criminal charges in California that include money laundering, extortion and extortion. The arrest of the four alleged co-owners of Mugshots.com took place in Florida, just one day after California Attorney General announced that the state would be filing criminal charges against the mugshot website. According to […]
Florida Mugshot Removal Bill: FL CHAPTER 2017-130
Chapter 2017-130: FL Mugshot Bill Chapter 2017-130 sets new restrictions on fees collected by online mugshot publications. The Florida mugshot bill, which could have a dramatic impact on the mugshot publication industry, went into effect in early May. While it’s far to early to determine the effectiveness of the new Florida mugshot law in deterring […]
Documentation from Mugshots.com Lawsuit
Mugshots.com Lawsuit documentation View Official court documents from lawsuit against Mugshots.com owners below.
State Laws Prohibiting Websites from Charging Mugshot Removal Fees
It’s 2018 and the war wagged on mugshot websites by payment processors and state lawmakers in the United States is in full throttle. For the large majority of the past decade, attempts by state lawmakers, in particularly, to kill the mugshot industry have been relentless. State Attempts to Shut Down Mugshot Websites Since 2013, […]