Are mugshots a matter of public record?

Are mugshots a matter of public record?

Mug shots are public records and thus presumed open for inspection and copying.

How can I see someones past mugshots?

Visit your state's department of corrections website. Every state in the U.S. should have a website, and you can use the inmate locator to find information about the prisoner. Some states will also publish mugshots. Type “your state” and “department of corrections” into your favorite web browser.

Are mugshots public domain?

In general, mugshots taken by federal law enforcement agencies (such as federal prisons and the FBI) are in the public domain and are not protected by copyright law, because it is a photo taken by a federal employee as part of their work for the federal government.

How can I find my mugshot offline?

This process usually requires the individual to file a petition with the court in which he or she asks for the arrest record and other records to be expunged or sealed. If the applicant is successful, this individual can send the order of expungement to the website that has published the mugshot.

How do I get my mugshot off Google?

Call (844) 272-0280 or complete the form here to talk to a content removal specialist about having your mugshot taken off search engine results, and the internet.