Remove your mugshot from Google and every site it appears on.
A mugshot does not have to define your future. We permanently remove arrest photos from Mugshots.com, BustedNewspaper, news sites, and Google search results. You only pay after the mugshot is gone.
Source deletion, Google de-indexing, and every aggregator copy in between.
A single mugshot rarely lives in one place. It gets republished across aggregators, indexed by search engines, and copied to news syndication networks. We pursue removal everywhere it appears, not just one URL at a time.
Source site deletion
We contact mugshot publishers directly using their established removal policies, applicable state laws, and case-specific documentation to have the listing deleted at the source.
Google Search and Images
We submit URL removal requests to Google so the mugshot disappears from both web search and Google Images. Even when the source stays online, we can often remove it from Google entirely.
Aggregator network sweeps
Mugshots get republished across dozens of aggregator databases automatically. We identify every active copy and pursue takedowns across the full network, not just the first result on Google.
Lifetime re-removal
Mugshot aggregators are known for re-scraping public records. If a removed mugshot ever reappears at the same URL, we remove it again, free. The guarantee never expires.
Every type of site that publishes mugshots online.
Over 15 years and thousands of cases, we have built removal frameworks for every category of site that publishes arrest photos. From dedicated mugshot databases to local news outlets to social media, we know the right approach for each one.
Mugshots.com, BustedNewspaper, Arrests.org, and similar sites
These sites aggregate arrest photos by scraping county sheriff and police booking records, often republishing them indefinitely without context, regardless of case outcome. They are typically the highest-ranking results when someone searches your name.
We have established removal frameworks for the largest mugshot aggregators in the United States. Each site has its own policies, legal pressure points, and removal procedures, and we know the most effective approach for each one.
Remove your mugshot from Google search results
For most people, removing the mugshot from Google is the priority. It is the first place anyone looks when they search your name, and it shapes every first impression you will never get to make in person.
Once the source listing is removed, we submit URL removal requests to Google to expedite de-indexing from both web search and Google Images. In certain cases we can also pursue direct Google removal under their policies on exploitative removal sites, even when the source remains live.
Local news arrest stories and crime blotters
Local newspapers, regional news sites, and police blotter blogs frequently publish booking photos alongside arrest stories. Acquittals and dismissed charges are rarely covered with the same prominence, leaving the original article ranking permanently.
We pursue removal through editorial outreach, accuracy and relevance arguments, and where applicable, formal legal escalation. Many publishers will remove or update arrest coverage when the underlying outcome is documented.
County booking records and arrest databases
Many counties publish booking photos to their own websites or share them with public records aggregators. Even when the original arrest is sealed or expunged, the photo may stay online through database copies that were never updated.
We coordinate removal across county portals, public records aggregators, and the secondary sites that scrape them. For sealed or expunged records, we have specific frameworks that reference applicable state law to enforce removal.
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Mugshot sites are some of the most aggressive and least cooperative publishers on the internet. After 15 years removing mugshots from the largest databases, we have built the playbook for handling them.
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How we actually get mugshots taken down.
Mugshot sites do not respond to a single removal approach. We evaluate every case individually and pursue the most direct path to deletion: site policy, applicable law, Google's tools, or formal legal channels, whichever is most effective for the specific site.
Site policy removal requests
Most mugshot publishers have published removal policies. We file structured removal requests that meet each site's requirements, citing the policy, the case outcome, and any applicable state law, with documentation attached.
State law and statutory rights
Several states have anti-mugshot publishing laws (California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and more). We invoke these statutes directly with publishers, often resulting in mandatory removal under threat of statutory penalty.
Expungement and sealing documentation
If your record has been expunged, sealed, or otherwise cleared, we use the court documentation to compel removal under public records compliance and applicable state rehabilitation law. Documented case outcomes are often sufficient on their own.
Google direct removal
Google has explicit policies on exploitative removal sites and mugshot listings. We submit removal requests under these policies to have your image and the listing URL cleared from both web search and Google Images.
Aggregator network sweeps
Mugshots are copied across aggregator sites automatically. Every case includes a network audit, identification of every active copy, and removal across the entire syndication chain, not just the highest-ranking result.
Legal escalation
When publishers ignore standard requests and statutory law, we escalate through our in-house legal team. Formal cease-and-desist notices and litigation threats are often what finally moves the most uncooperative sites to comply.
From your first message to confirmed removal.
We built the process to be simple, confidential, and transparent at every step. You will always know what is happening, what comes next, and when you will be billed, which is only after removal is confirmed.
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Share what happened
Submit the mugshot URL or describe where it appears online. We also benefit from knowing the charge, the date, and the outcome, but you can share what you have. Everything is fully confidential.
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Free case assessment
Your specialist reviews your case, audits every site your mugshot appears on, and outlines the strongest removal strategy with a clear quote and expected timeline. Typically within one business day.
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Removal in progress
Your dedicated specialist handles all publisher communication, legal filings, statutory invocations, and Google requests. You stay informed with regular updates and are never required to contact the publishers yourself.
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Confirmed and billed
We verify removal at the source and from Google search results, then invoice. Lifetime protection activates automatically. If the mugshot ever reappears, we remove it again at no cost.
We always have a next step. And you never pay for a failure.
Some publishers ignore even strong removal arguments. When that happens, we shift to the next best option. If every option fails for a specific listing, you owe nothing for that link.
Google Search removal
If the publisher refuses to delete the listing, we pursue removal directly through Google. The mugshot stays on their site, but it stops appearing in search results when someone looks up your name.
Google Images removal
Mugshots often appear in Google Images search separately from web search. We submit Image-specific removal requests so the photo is cleared from visual search results as well.
Legal escalation
For sites that ignore policy requests and de-indexing, we escalate through formal legal channels. Many of the most resistant publishers comply only after a documented legal demand.
No charge on failure
If we cannot achieve any successful outcome for a specific mugshot, you pay nothing for that link or any of the work attempted. The guarantee is unconditional. You only ever pay for results.
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You only pay after the mugshot is confirmed removed. Every time.
We built this business on a single commitment: no results, no payment. Every element of our guarantee is plain English. No asterisks, no carve-outs, no exceptions.
Pay after removal only
Work begins as soon as you approve the quote. Payment is due only after the mugshot is confirmed removed from the source and from Google. Never before.
No upfront fees, ever
No deposits. No retainers. No credit card required to get a quote or begin a case review. You explore your options at zero financial risk.
Lifetime re-removal
If a removed mugshot ever reappears at the same URL, we remove it again completely free. No time limit. No conditions. Aggregator re-scraping is covered indefinitely.
Full refund on re-removal failure
In the rare case we cannot re-remove content that has returned, you receive a full refund for that specific removal. No disputes, no delays.
What people ask before hiring a mugshot removal service.
Is mugshot removal actually possible?
Yes. Mugshot removal is possible in the majority of cases. State laws regulate what arrest information can be published online (laws vary significantly between states), and almost every mugshot site has its own published removal policy. With 15 years of experience, we have built removal frameworks for thousands of mugshot sites and arrest databases. Your specialist will tell you exactly what is achievable for your specific case during the free assessment.
Can you remove mugshots from anywhere on the internet?
Yes, and we have done so for over 15 years. We are familiar with the policies of every major mugshot site and the relevant state and federal laws that govern arrest record publishing. There is no upfront risk: you only pay for mugshots we successfully remove, and every removal is backed by a lifetime guarantee. If a removal fails, you pay nothing.
Can you remove my mugshot from Google specifically?
Yes. In most cases we remove the mugshot from the source website first, then submit Google's removal tools to clear it from search results. In certain situations we can have a mugshot de-indexed from Google directly, even when it remains on the source site, under Google's policies on exploitative removal sites. The strategy depends on where the mugshot is published and the outcome of the charges.
Can I remove my mugshot myself?
You can attempt it, and we always recommend exploring this option first. Most mugshot sites publish removal policies and procedures on their own. The reasons clients hire us are time, complexity, and resistance: many sites do not respond to first-time requests, some require specific legal documentation, and removal across multiple aggregators can take weeks of full-time work. For a self-removal guide, see our resource on how to remove mugshots from Google.
How long does mugshot removal take?
Most mugshot removals complete within 30 to 90 days, depending on the site, the case complexity, and how many copies of the mugshot exist across aggregator networks. Some removals complete in two to three weeks. Others, particularly those requiring legal escalation, can take the full 90 days. Your specialist will give you a specific timeline before any work begins, and you receive regular status updates throughout.
How much does it cost to remove a mugshot?
Cost depends on the number of sites the mugshot appears on, the difficulty of the publishers involved, the case outcome, and whether legal escalation is required. We do not publish flat rates because every case is different. What we can confirm: there are no upfront fees, no deposits, and no charges for unsuccessful removals. You only ever pay after a confirmed removal. To get a specific quote, submit your case for a free review.
What information do you need to remove a mugshot?
We can start with very little. The minimum is a URL or a description of where the mugshot appears. Additional information helps us build a stronger case, especially: the charge, the date of arrest, the outcome (dismissed, acquitted, expunged, sealed, convicted), supporting documentation if available, and any specific harms the listing has caused. Everything you share is fully confidential.
Do you contact mugshot sites directly?
Yes, in most cases. Our team handles all communication with the publishers directly so you do not have to. Where possible, we also pursue removal through Google directly or through domain hosts and registrars, but those routes are rare. If you have specific concerns about direct outreach (for example, fear of retaliation), we discuss that during your case assessment and adjust the approach accordingly.
Do you use lawyers to remove mugshots?
Yes, when required. Our in-house legal team is licensed across the United States and works alongside our removal specialists on cases that benefit from formal legal escalation. Whether legal involvement is needed depends on the specific site, the state law that applies, and the case outcome. For most cases, our standard removal frameworks succeed without legal escalation. When legal is needed, it is included in your quote up front.
What happens if my mugshot cannot be removed?
If a publisher refuses to delete the mugshot, we pursue removal from Google Search and Google Images. This eliminates visibility even when the source listing remains live, so the mugshot no longer appears when someone searches your name. If neither source removal nor de-indexing succeeds for a specific URL, you owe nothing for that link or any of the work attempted. Pay-on-success means you are never charged for a failure.
Get a free, confidential case review today.
Tell us where your mugshot appears. We will review every active listing, confirm what removal is achievable, and provide a quote with a clear timeline, typically within one business day. No upfront cost. No obligation. Fully confidential.
- Expert review of every site your mugshot appears on
- Clear timeline and pricing before any work begins
- 15+ years removing mugshots from every major database
- Permanent removal strategies, not just search suppression
- Dedicated specialist assigned to your case from day one
- Lifetime re-removal guarantee on every mugshot we remove
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