If your mugshot is showing up on Arre.st, you’re not alone. This Nevada-based website republishes arrest records from sheriff and jail databases across the U.S., often without context, and once your name is listed, it can be hard to shake.
The problem? Arre.st doesn’t make removal easy. They don’t charge to remove records, but they also don’t promise they’ll take anything down, even if your charges were dropped, expunged, or dismissed.
Here’s what you need to know about Arre.st’s policies, your removal options, and how to bury your record if you can’t get it deleted.
Looking for a broader solution? Start with our full guide on how to remove mugshots from Google.
What Is Arre.st?
Arre.st is part of a network of mugshot and arrest record websites operated by US Support LLC, a Nevada-based “news syndicate.” They claim First Amendment protection to publish any public records lawfully obtained from government sources, including mugshots, booking information, and arrest summaries.
They’re not a government agency, and they don’t claim responsibility for the accuracy of their content. Their entire operation is protected under Nevada law and federal free speech protections, which makes getting your content removed a real challenge.
The good is that the site, along with many other mugshot sites has been relatively de-prioritized by Google over the past few years, as you can see from the keyword and traffic analytics data from Semrush.
Does Arre.st Remove Mugshots?
Rarely. According to their own FAQ, Arre.st will not remove booking data just because you were:
- Found not guilty
- Had charges dropped
- Had your record sealed or expunged
- Falsely accused
- A victim of identity theft
They cite First Amendment protections and refuse most legal threats or state-based takedown requests. They even warn that complaining to the Attorney General, BBB, or filing a lawsuit may lead to more publicly accessible records about you.
Will Arre.st Ever Delete a Mugshot?
In limited cases, yes, but only under specific conditions. These include:
- You have a court order from a U.S. court that explicitly orders removal of the content
- You locate the “Data Removal” button on your record
- You contact them directly through their support system and make a respectful case
If you want to try, here’s how.
How to Remove a Mugshot from Arres.st
Step 1: Find Your Mugshot Page
- Visit https://arre.st
- Click your state or use the search bar
- Search your name and locate your profile
- Open the page and copy the full profile URL
Save that URL in a document for reference.
Step 2: Look for a "Data Removal" Link
Some Arre.st profiles include a “Data Removal” link. If it’s there:
- Click the “Data Removal” button
- Follow the instructions
- Submit supporting documents (court orders, photo ID, etc.)
- Wait for confirmation or follow up later
If there’s no removal link, skip to the next step.
Step 3: Email a Removal Request
If you believe your case qualifies for removal, you can email:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- Or submit via https://arre.st/Contact
Include in your message:
- Your full name
- The URL of your arrest profile
- Your phone number and address
- A scanned copy of your government-issued photo ID
- Your removal request reason (expungement, wrong person, etc.)
Be respectful. Aggressive or threatening emails may be ignored or even posted publicly.
Submit a Court Order (If You Have One)
Arre.st claims they will “consider” valid court orders, but the order must:
- Be issued by a U.S. court with jurisdiction
- Clearly identify the specific URL to be removed
- Not violate any First Amendment rights or federal statutes
If your order meets those requirements, attach it to your removal email.
If They Remove It, What About Google and Bing?
If your Arre.st profile has changed or been removed, you can ask search engines to clear the cached version:
Paste in the profile URL and follow the prompts. If it still shows the mugshot, explain what changed (e.g. photo removed, content blank).
Log in with a Microsoft or Google account.
Then:
- Paste the Arrests.org URL
- Select “Remove outdated cache”
- Enter what changed on the page
- Submit
These won’t delete the mugshot but can hide outdated versions from search results, including other engines that piggy back off of Google and Bing, including AI like ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity.
If they don't remove your mugshot
1. Check Your State’s Mugshot Laws
Mugshot removal laws vary by state. Some states protect your right to removal, while others allow unrestricted publishing.
| State | Removal Rights |
|---|---|
| California | Illegal to charge fees. Removal required if charges were dropped. |
| Florida | Must remove photos upon request, regardless of outcome. |
| Texas | Bans pay-for-removal. Requires removal on request in many cases. |
| Illinois, Oregon, Colorado, Georgia, New York (partial) | Offer varying protections. Some allow legal damages. |
| North Carolina, Utah, Wyoming | Restrict mugshot publishing or allow removal for free. |
Check your state’s consumer protection laws or consult an attorney to see if you qualify for legal removal.
Check out our full guide on mugshot laws in the US for more info.
2. Filing a complaint
If you believe they’re violating mugshot laws, file complaints with:
- Your State Attorney General’s Office
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- Your local district attorney’s consumer protection unit
You can also report them to ICANN (which regulates domain names) if the site is misrepresenting itself or using shady domain practices.
3. Submitting a complaint to Google
Even if arrests.org won’t remove your photo, Google might.
If the site is charging for removal or qualifies as a “predatory” site under Google’s policy, you can request deindexing of the page using this tool:
Report Content to Google – Exploitative Removal Form
You’ll need to:
Confirm the page is about you
Show proof that removal is contingent on payment or unethical behavior
Provide the specific URL of the mugshot page
If successful, Google will remove the link from search results, although the photo will still exist on the site itself.
4. Suppress Arre.st Mugshots in Google Search
Even if the content stays live, you can push it off the first page of Google, where most people stop looking.
What to Do:
- Build a personal website using your full name as the domain (e.g. JohnSmith.com)
- Post to LinkedIn, YouTube, Medium, or other public platforms
- Add your name to local directories or business listings
- Write articles, bios, and press releases using SEO-friendly formatting
- Keep content updated and active so it outranks static mugshot pages
Over time, this can bury your Arre.st result deep in search results where it rarely gets seen.
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Arre.st isn’t a government agency, but it acts like one. The site is built to be legally bulletproof, and its policies make removal difficult. Still, with persistence, good documentation, and a strong suppression plan, you can push this content out of sight.
Your Action Plan:
- Search your name on Arre.st and copy the profile URL
- Look for a “Data Removal” button
- Email a respectful removal request with ID and reason
- Submit a valid court order if you have one
- Suppress the link with high-authority, name-based content
- Use Google and Bing tools to remove old search data
Mugshots don’t have to be permanent. But if you ignore them, they usually stick around. Take control of your digital footprint, and if you need backup, we’re here to help.
