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Better Understanding Your Criminal Past for 2022

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Your past is something most people would like to forget about. We have all made mistakes that have to disrupt our lives.  When it comes to obtaining a job or a credit line, your criminal past may come back to haunt you. There are numerous situations in which people may have to undergo a criminal background check or a credit check.

 

Often, people believe that the bad things they have done in your past will no longer appear because sufficient time has passed. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. What will come upon a background check will depend on a variety of different factors, including:

  • Who conducts the check
  • The type of records that they can access
  • Why they perform a background check

 

Because police and court records have now been digitized and because it is now often possible to access these records through third party websites, it is possible that anything that happened in someone’s past will be accessible forever. 

 

Your Past Credit History

There are three main credit reporting agencies: Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax. The first two play a role when a pre-employment criminal background check occurs, as well as credit and tenant screening. 

 

If a background check occurs as part of employment screening, then the prospective employer must notify the applicant of the intention to perform the check and consent in writing. Some of the information contained on a credit report is time-limited, according to FCRA rules.

 

For instance, bankruptcies can only appear for 10 years, paid tax liens and civil judgments can only appear for seven years. However, a criminal conviction is unlimited and will appear on a credit file, potentially for life.

 

Statewide Criminal Background

Individual states collect data from their law enforcement agencies, both at the city and county level. Additionally, anyone who is able to access these files can see the results. Sometimes, it is possible to have your past records expunged. In the first case, it means the information and any remaining hard copies are also completely destroyed.

 

You would think anything that happened in your past would be deleted, but not so fast.

 

The National Crime Information Center (NCIC)

The NCIC supervises the FBI and maintains criminal records from across the country for federal law purposes. Information that is on the NCIC database includes all federal crimes and also state information, which they can voluntarily supply. The NCIC is for law enforcement purposes only, however.

 

This means that only the FBI and law enforcement officials are able to access it. It is not possible to have any records contained on the NCIC expunged. Those who wish to remove the information contained on it must seek and obtain a presidential pardon.

 

Your Criminal Past: Differences between States

The FCRA offers people protection but only in relation to their financial records. They do not, therefore, regulate how criminal records are maintained or shared. However, additional protection for people in certain states in order to protect them from credit reporting agencies are available.

 

Working for Law Enforcement

Across the country, those who wish to work for a law enforcement agency must undergo a more specialized criminal background check. This is because those who wish to work in law enforcement will generally be disqualified if they have a criminal past.

 

Exactly what criminal convictions automatically lead to disqualification vary by agency and by state. For instance, someone with a felony conviction may never work for the FBI. In Texas, meanwhile, a Class A misdemeanor will automatically disqualify someone for life from becoming licensed as a peace officer.

 

Juvenile Records

For those who are in the Juvenile Justice System, their records are not automatically expunged. Usually, authorization happens, meaning expungement can occur as soon as someone turns 18. 

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Facts About the Mugshot Industry for 2022

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Get the facts about the mugshot industry and learn how to remove that harmful image today!

 

Facts About the Mugshot Industry | After an individual is arrested the chances are mugshots and booking information will appear on Google. Many are quick to call this industry a scam and for many reasons.

 

A lot of small removals “firms” will claim they can remove various types of content online without failure, yet after 2-3 months you start having trouble contacting them and they go M.I.A. 

 

By definition, a scam is a fraudulent business scheme. There are a few websites that have participated in ethical or unlawful acts to better themselves financially. But overall, there are several reputable agencies that can assist you. Read reviews on each company, in addition, make sure the work is 100% guaranteed. Go with a business you trust.

 

There are no laws protecting the arrestees, unfortunately, as long as the information displayed is still considered public records, these websites are in their legal rights to publish the content (except for a few states). As long as these websites update accordingly and are displaying accurate information there is nothing (legally) you can do to force them to remove it.

 

 

“When you think positive, good things happen” -Matt Kemp

 

What is the Cost of a Mugshot Removal?

After you have uncovered every website online that is actively showing your arrest information you can start by contacting them one by one.

 

This is either done via email or over the phone. Mostly all of these mugshot publication websites do include a “Contact Us” or “Terms of Use” where they disclose their contact information.

 

On average, mugshot websites will charge anywhere between $200 to $600 for the removal of a single post. These costs are variable and change monthly depending on the “friendliness” of the site owner.

 

Overall, the average cost for a total removal (5-10 websites) ranges between $1,000 to $2,5000+ depending on the outcome of the case and severity of the charge(s). You must also take into account where the arrest occurred, each state has different policies.

 

For example, if you were arrested in the state of Florida you will (90% of the time) be found on at least 6 distinct mugshot publication websites. Florida, along with Texas, North Carolina and Arizona are by far the worst states to get arrested in.

 

Why?

 

Because those are the sites where these mugshot websites operate from so the arrestees in that area tend to get hit harder than other states.

 

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What Works and What Does Not?

When it comes to success rates, here at EraseMugshots.com, we pride ourselves on having no negative reviews and a positive BBB rating. Many sites will claim they can remove the content in 60 minutes or overnight. If that does not raise an eyebrow I do not know what else will.

 

For someone to guarantee such a timeframe, he needs to know without a doubt that the site will comply. Most of the time it is because the “removal company” also owns each mugshot site. This, of course, grants them the ability to remove the content quickly. Making them look like a hero.

 

This would be comparable to a firefighter starting a fire then “saving the day” by extinguishing it right away. Read below on more facts about the growing mugshot industry.

 

What Alternative Do You Have for Mugshot Removal?

By now you have noticed this can be quite the investment for many individuals. That is why is it so important to be aware of the facts about the mug shot industry. Do not worry there are alternative routes you can take. These may not be as successful but will assist in “hiding” that negative information online.

 

By creating additional content that is positive we can, in essence, flood out any negative pieces of information. Google for instance, on the first page there are 10-12 results (paid and organic results). If you are working to suppress something off the first page you would utilize high authority sites to “outrank” the unwanted content.

 

We want to reiterate that, as unethical as it may seem, these sites are not legally doing anything wrong. Protected by the FOIA, mugshot publishers can publish your arrest content all over the internet. As long as they do not contact you asking for payment, it is not considered extortion, blackmail, or racketeering.

 

If you have tried to remove a harmful post but failed, give us a call at EraseMugshots. Our 100% free comprehensive analysis will immediately uncover any and all harmful websites. Within 7 days they will be removed and it will be as if they never existed. It is time you finally landed that dream job.

 

More Facts About Mugshots

If you have ever been arrested there is a high chance of probability that your mugshots are appearing in Google! You have most likely seen yours if you fall into this category. All arrest information is considered public information, so these website sites are within the legal rights to display this content without permission from the arrestees.

The most common misconception we see is users who visit these sites automatically assume the worst. A mugshot site or booking photo is simply a reference to the individual and the incident. If someone has a mugshot online that DOES NOT mean they were convicted. Most people are released right away and never see the inside of a cell.

This is a perfect example of how unregulated the internet is. Having sites publish booking information only to have that individual pay them to have it removed.

 

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Why Are Mugshots Online?

Mugshots and booking information are considered public information as we briefly covered previously. If you would like to obtain an arrest record for a family or friend (or even a potential date) all you would need to do is visit the county and ask.

 

Unless the case was expunged, you will be provided with all of the case details from the incident. Do not worry, this can still be removed.

 

Once a website obtains your information they are free to do with it as they please. Mugshots can be uploaded to Facebook, Twitter, Personal Websites, and more. They are unfortunately protected under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

 

Additionally, the arrestee, in this case, does NOT own the rights to the photo. The county court of the clerk office does.

 

In fact, there have been many statutes implement over the past several months in efforts to minimize the spread of arrest information (see what your state’s guidelines are here). These statutes include, not paying for mugshot removal. Consequently enough, these website owners are now NOT removing anything (not what the state expected).

 

Moreover, the law set in place made it illegal to charge for removals, not to post. However, if your case has been dismissed or expunged many sites will comply with your request and remove the negative information.

 

How to Find Your Mugshot?

 

First, start with a Google search for all variations on your name to uncover your mugshots.

John Smith OR John D. Smith OR John Doe Smith

 

Next, put words like arrest or mugshot after those variations to further narrow down your results. After you think you have a list, review it as this should consist of about 5-10 different sites. You can then reach out to the site owner(s) and provide your legal documents discrediting what they have said about you. Lastly, be sure to be polite and provide facts they cannot argue.

 

How to remove public records from internet?

Nonetheless, once you are confident with the list you compiled it is always a great decision to have a third party company double-check. EraseMugshots offers a FREE ANALYSIS which uncovers all of the website displaying your arrest content online and mugshots.

 

Due to our 100% risk-free guarantee approach, EM’s removal specialists can have your online reputation back to normal in just 72-hours!

 

An Expunction May Still Be Necessary

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Expunctions are the gateway to your freedom as most attorneys say. A criminal arrest record can be like the legal equivalent of a sickness.  It can cost you a job, a promotion at work, or countless other opportunities.  Expunctions ensure your mugshot is no longer public information.

 

Do not bother explaining the details on your dismissed case to the interviewer. Once they see your criminal record you lost. Costing you the job in the end. Curing your sickness is a great example of what an expunction does, works to leave no trace. Your records will be destroyed once approved by a Judge.

 

Including records that reference the arrest. Remove court records, the district attorney’s file, and even transcripts of the trial are all examples of this.  People often refer to expunction as wiping their past clean.

 

This also means that the state’s agencies can’t give information about these arrests to private companies who gather criminal data for distribution for private background checks. In some states, this allows for a person with an expunction to “deny the occurrence of the arrest…” in certain circumstances.  Furthermore, this varies state to state and you should know local laws.

 

What is unknown by most is qualifying for an expunction can be somewhat difficult.  Expunctions are simple and straightforward, they remove a case from your record. Even remove a mugshot that is actively displayed on Google.

 

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Do Automatic Expunctions Exist?

Once barred you should receive an automatic expunction. Next, the prosecution can be barred where you are acquitted by a judge or jury, where the statute of limitations has expired and the case hasn’t been filed, or if the prosecution has been barred for some other reason.

 

In addition, a common misconception is that getting deferred adjudication ‘magically’ drops the criminal arrest record on its own for any offense.  Deferred only entitles you to an expunction for (most) class “C” misdemeanors in Texas.>

 

These are the lowest level of offense, which includes traffic tickets and petty offenses ranging from minor in possession, possession of drug paraphernalia, and theft below $50 in value as examples. An Expunction may still be necessary even if a “C’ level charge as given.

 

Deferred adjudication for offenses from class “B” charges and above may allow you to apply for a petition for non-disclosure which generally limits who can know about your criminal case but is different from an expunction.

 

Remove your information from the various mug shot websites fast with the proper documentation.

 

Expunction of Criminal Records

Furthermore, an expunction doesn’t happen on its own.

 

The judge must review the expungement request typically given from your lawyer. (Time-frame is about 1 year).

 

In conclusion, we are not a law firm so no information above should influence any legal decisions.  Please consult an attorney for questions regarding this subject matter.

 

An Expunction of a Criminal Record

Expunctions often seem like the silver bullet you need to erase a criminal record from the public record. With almost a third of adults being arrested by the age of 23, a lot of people are finding it hard to find a job and to rent a home.

 

The expungement process is quite a simple thing to understand. It means that your criminal records are no longer accessible to the public via the courts. But expunction doesn’t mean you’re in the clear.

 

What Does Expunction Actually Cover?

Once you have had your criminal record successfully expunged, nobody can go to the courts and find out that you have received a conviction for the offense in question.

 

Previously, this meant that you were essentially completely clean and a background check would reveal no criminal convictions. The problem is that this process has failed to keep up with the digital age.

 

expungement

 

It Doesn’t Cover Online Articles and Blogs

For example, you live in a small town and you got a misdemeanor a few years back. It naturally made a random local news page online. Years later you had that conviction expunged from your record.

 

The problem is that the local news page that originally published the story is under no obligation to remove their story or any of the details.

 

Someone performing a background check can simply look up the story and find out that you were convicted, despite the expunction.

 

Private Background Check Companies have a Way Around Expunction

It’s also true that expunction only determines the result of a background check in the future. Employers that enlist a private background check company to look up a prospective hire and still see that expunged record.

 

Why is this the case?

 

Court records are downloadable and these companies periodically download the latest records.  Performing a background check will uncover all personal pieces of information about someone.

 

What Can You Do About It?

In the cyber age, the role of the expunction is nowhere near as powerful as it once was. It doesn’t apply to people talking online or records that were downloaded before the expunction became active. That’s why you’re not in the clear just because you were successful.

 

So what can you do about it?

 

Most employers will appreciate the honesty and may still decide to not hold it against you.

 

Last Word – Is an Expungement Still Worth It?

The expungement is still worth it because it reduces the chances of any future damage by having your name appear in the records of the court.

Plus an expungement is far more respectable than having an active criminal record that anyone can access. But there’s no doubt that expungement still has its flaws.

Have you applied for an expungement of your criminal records?

The Difference Between Expungement and Sealing

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Expungement and sealing records are often confused as meaning the same thing. Most states receive numerous requests every year for both.

 

For example, in the state of Illinois 7,601 records were successfully expunged in 2016, and 6,660 records were sealed.

 

But it’s important to be aware of what they mean so you can make an informed decision on the best option for you.

 

Expungement is the complete deletion of records from the database of the court. In other words, it’s like the offense never happened in a legal sense. Previously, expungement was a fresh start. Unfortunately, the cyber age has changed that, which we’ll discuss in the following sections.

 

Sealing one’s records is an automatic process for juveniles in many states. When the juvenile turns 18 the records are sealed. However, the records are never deleted.

 

They can be still reopened if a court order is presented. That isn’t possible if a conviction has been expunged from the records.

 

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Why Expungement has Changed in the Digital Age

Expungement is a procedure well worth using so that nobody can find your name in the public records any longer. However, there are still problems with expungement because of the way the Internet works.

 

What it doesn’t cover are mentions of the record online. For example, if the story in question was published on a local news site or on social media the expungement doesn’t force the original author to take anything down.

 

So, a juvenile criminal could still have their story published online, despite expungement removing their name from the public records or even if their records are sealed once they become an adult. Furthermore, private background check companies regularly download court records, so if they have your court record before it was expunged it hasn’t disappeared from the public view.

 

Should You Seal Your Records?

You may live in a state where the sealing of records isn’t automatic. In this case, you may be wondering whether you should have the records sealed or expunged. In all cases, it’s best to have your records expunged. Sometimes your request may be rejected.

 

For example, maybe not enough time has passed in the eyes of the court. However, if your criminal record is from your juvenile years once you become an adult you should have no problem submitting a request.  It’s the initial step on the way towards expungement.

 

Expungement is generally harder to obtain, so a lawyer may suggest sealing the records instead. It all depends on the specific situation because every offense is different. Legal outcomes get confusing when sites are reporting conflicting information.

 

Last Word – Know the Difference

Don’t make the mistake of assuming that expungement is just a fancy way of talking about sealing one’s records. It is the deletion order of the record, so in the eyes of the court, it never happened. Sealing the records doesn’t delete the records but they’re not accessible to the general public.

 

But keep in mind that it is limited to what it covers in the digital age. If you are struggling to remove your mugshot from mugshot websites please contact us today!

 

Expunction Does Not Mean You are in the Clear

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Expunctions often seem like the silver bullet you need to erase a criminal record from the public record. With almost a third of adults being arrested by the age of 23, a lot of people are finding it hard to find a job and to rent a home. The expungement process is quite a simple thing to understand. It means that your criminal records are no longer accessible to the public via the courts. But expunction doesn’t mean you’re in the clear.

 

 

What Does Expunction Actually Cover?

Once you have had your criminal record successfully expunged, nobody can go to the courts and find out that you have received a conviction for the offense in question.

 

Previously, this meant that you were essentially completely clean and a background check would reveal no criminal convictions. The problem is that this process has failed to keep up with the digital age.

 

expungement

 

It Doesn’t Cover Online Articles and Blogs

For example, you live in a small town and you got a misdemeanor a few years back. It naturally made a random local news page online. Years later you had that conviction expunged from your record.

 

The problem is that the local news page that originally published the story is under no obligation to remove their story or any of the details.

 

Someone performing a background check can simply look up the story and find out that you were convicted, despite the expunction.

 

Private Background Check Companies have a Way Around Expunction

It’s also true that expunction only determines the result of a background check in the future. Employers that enlist a private background check company to look up a prospective hire and still see that expunged record.

 

Why is this the case?

 

Court records are downloadable and these companies periodically download the latest records.  Performing a background check will uncover all personal pieces of information about someone.

 

What Can You Do About It?

In the cyber age, the role of the expunction is nowhere near as powerful as it once was. It doesn’t apply to people talking online or records that were downloaded before the expunction became active. That’s why you’re not in the clear just because you were successful.

 

So what can you do about it?

 

Most employers will appreciate the honesty and may still decide to not hold it against you.

 

Last Word – Is an Expungement Still Worth It?

The expungement is still worth it because it reduces the chances of any future damage by having your name appear in the records of the court.

Plus an expungement is far more respectable than having an active criminal record that anyone can access. But there’s no doubt that expungement still has its flaws.

Have you applied for an expungement of your criminal records?

Mugshots.com Removal And How To Get Mugshots Removed

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Interested in a Mugshots.com removal? Want to learn how to get mugshot removed from the internet? When removing online mugshots and arrest details, there are many things you should know before you attempt to do it yourself.

But here’s what you need to know: getting this done and dusted is 100% worth it! Whether you are struggling to find a job, a new home, or even a date, you must maintain a positive presence on search engines such as Google, Bing, and Yahoo. To some, this would entail getting rid of online mugshots that can only harm your reputation.

Removal efforts for most sites, including mugshots.com, start with contacting the respective website webmaster and seeking a removal option. There have been numerous statutes and acts created to control and prevent the publication of mugshots and arrest records. Unfortunately, most of them had limited success.

After a decade of work, EraseMugshots.com has answered the question of how to get mugshots off the Internet time and time again. We now count on over 250.000+ successful removals, so we are the experts you can listen to.

Let us show you how a Mugshots.com removal is done and walk you through the best methods on how to remove a mugshot online from websites such as mugshots. com. Leave us a comment below if you have any questions or call us directly at 866-601-6803 and learn how to get mugshots removed from the internet today.

How To Get Mugshots Removed From Google Search Results

Everyone turns to Google to find the answers to their problems. Whether looking for a Mugshots.com removal, searching for an old friend, colleague, or new fling, people ask Google everything. After all, it’s the most popular search engine on the planet. Personal information is easily found on Google. Go ahead and type your name into the Google search bar; you will be amazed at what Google search engine results say about you.

When it comes to Google, know that the search engine does not pick and choose what websites it places on the first page just by chance. It uses a complex search algorithm that monitors users’ search habits to deliver accurate results for what the end-user is looking for.

So when someone finds and clicks a mugshot, this counts as votes of interest in the eyes of Google, which, in turn, fuels high rankings — even if this is detrimental to you. In other words, Google will not remove an article or photo from its first page simply because it’s not good for you.

While it is possible for someone to try manipulating search engine results by trying to push any negative image off the first page of search results, this strategy has a limited track record of success. The better course of action is to try mugshot removal, either by yourself or with a mugshot removal service.

Moreover, legally speaking, your arrest information and mugshot are public information. This means anyone can publish this information freely, even on Facebook! If you are truly looking to remove your arrest files, you must first delete them from the initial source, such as mugshot removal websites. In this case, it would be the mugshot websites like mugshots.com that are hosting embarrassing photos that can harm your reputation.

For starters, you can use the Google Chrome extension Hunter.io or a well-known WHOIS tool such as ICANN to look up the contact information of a particular domain owner.

Reach out and request your mugshots to be removed after obtaining their contact information. In addition, you can take these other steps to help your efforts on how to get mugshots removed from their database.

Criminal Records, Arrest Records, and Public Records: Why is My Mugshot Online?

Most government agencies on the local, state, and federal levels have some type of obligation to make public records available to anyone with an interest. Typically, these records are posted to a publicly-available database, giving anyone with internet access the ability to look up records.

Your public record may include a wide range of personal data, including:

  • Mugshots and your booking photo
  • Marriage licenses
  • Arrest records and police reports
  • Criminal record information, which includes minor offenses
  • Property and real estate holdings information

Once government agencies post this information, data brokers use automated tools to scrape public databases and republish the information on their own sites. One particular website can host millions of records — and with this information readily available, the threat of identity theft represents a serious risk.

When you want to erase mugshots or remove criminal record information from public record databases and people-search sites, you face a fairly steep set of challenges. You can do it yourself by contacting mugshots.com and other mugshot websites, or you may wish to seek legal advice from a content removal expert.

Mugshot Removal Laws

If you’ve ever been arrested for any reason, including minor drug offenses or any other criminal offenses, chances are that your mugshots can be found on the web.

Because your mug shot is part of the public record, it is available to anyone with an internet connection and a few minutes of time to use one of the popular search engines like Google.

Every state has its own mugshot removal laws. For example, the Georgia Department of Corrections may honor mugshot removal requests if you provide a court order stating that charges were dropped or can demonstrate legal reasons why your information must be removed.

Check with your state’s regulatory officials to learn about your options when you wish to remove your mugshot from search results. Expungement law where your records are cleared from public access may be a solution to help you restore your reputation.

Mugshots.com Removal Request Guide

As you may or may not know, the owners of Mugshots.com went through some legal struggles in May of 2018 and were arrested. If you wonder how to remove a mugshot from this site, the only option is to send certified legal paperwork to their address, together with a copy of your dismissal or expungement documents. 

In the past, Mugshots.com would charge everyone removal fees starting at $300. The owners would then increase that removal fee for more severe charges. These included sexual offenses, domestic charges, and mugshots from habitual offenders.

Here are some steps you can take to start a Mugshot.com removal —granted you can provide dismissal/expungement paperwork:

  • Utilize the contact form on Mugshots.com. You can find this on the contact tab in the top right.
  • Enter your name
  • Attorney bar number (if applicable)
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Email
  • A brief message voicing your issue
  • Click submit when finished
  • Send an email to [email protected] — double-check you have the correct address using the Hunter.io Chrome extension
  • Remember to be polite. They are under no legal obligation to remove your arrest information
  • Contact us for assistance

EraseMugshots.com has been assisting individuals on their Mugshots.com removals for decades. Our attorneys and online experts know exactly who to contact and what to send. We remove your information within 7-business days. 100% Guaranteed.

How To Remove Mugshots From The Internet For Free?

By now, you know Mugshots.com removals are not all there is to giving your reputation a clean slate. If you are on a tight budget and looking at how to get mugshots removed for free, be aware that this method shows minimal effectiveness. However, you can still try, and you might succeed.

As we mentioned above, if you can provide legal documents signed off by a Judge showing your case was fully sealed or expunged, the owners of some websites may remove your arrest records and mugshot for free. Again, this is rare, but we have seen this happen on several occasions.

Utilize the tools we recommended to locate their contact information and send them a short email with your legal papers attached. Continue to resend your email every day until they reply. These mugshot websites like mugshots.com receive innumerable requests per day. Spamming them will improve the chances they see your message.

Once you make contact, you may need to submit a written request by certified mail with return receipt requested in order to continue the mugshot removal process. In other cases, a demand letter stating your desire to have your mugshot removed can be provided by your mugshot removal lawyer.

How To Get a Mugshot Off The Internet? Some Additional Tips And Tricks

Post Positive And Fresh Content Of Yourself On Social Media

Create and post photos on social media platforms such as Pinterest, BizSugar — if you are a small business owner — YouTube, LinkedIn, Tumbler, etc.

Start Your Own Website

Create a website where you blog regularly. You can use platforms such as WordPress, Squarespace, or Wix.

Become an Expert Yourself

Read the privacy policies on each mugshot publication website and get a grip on how they operate. This will help your removal efforts.

Even though posting doesn’t entail the removal of your mugshot per se, over time, your positive content will overtake the negative. Considering that most web surfers don’t go past Google’s first page, that’s quite a good deal!

Remove Your Online Mugshots With EraseMugshots

Furthermore, here at EraseMugshots.com, we specialize in removing arrest records, background checks, and mugshots online. Hence, we are the fastest option in the industry. Partnered with various law firms across the nation, we provide a 100% guarantee to every client.

It all starts with our FREE REMOVAL ANALYSIS. This is where our knowledgeable removal specialists will scour the Internet to uncover any trace of your mugshot on Google, Bing, and Yahoo and sites like mugshots.com.Unlike other companies that simply search the first page, we look through over 300+ mugshot databases. Why?

Because if we see five mugshots on the first several pages, but there is also one hiding on page 15 of Google, it will most likely jump up in the rankings. We work to remove everything in one shot. 

A common misconception is that when you pay to remove a mugshot, another one pops up. Yes, this is the case if you do not conduct a comprehensive search initially. EraseMugshots will locate ALL mugshots online for a particular arrest. Should anything else appear, there are no additional fees to the client, as long as it is the same incident. We will handle it for free.

Lastly, all removal solution timeframes typically range from 2 days to 2 weeks. This depends on the number of websites and the number of arrests we are removing.

Reach out for a free consultation to learn more about our proven mugshot image removal services, helping to preserve your privacy and to restore your damaged online reputation.

Related Mugshot Removal Questions

What Are The Biggest Mugshot Websites Online?

  1. Mugshots.com
  2. Arrests.org
  3. Rapsheetz.com
  4. Bailbondsearch.com
  5. BustedMugshots.com
  6. BustedNewspaper.com
  7. Mylife.com also includes arrest record information
  8. Mugshotsonline.com
  9. and many more

How Long Does It Take To Locate All My Mugshots Online?

Lastly, after calling EraseMugshots and speaking to a specialist, it takes us approximately one hour to conduct a search, compile a proposal, and email our findings to you.

Do Mugshots Ever Go Away?

Mugshots and criminal records on popular sites like mugshots.com are considered public information in the United States. Even if the case has been expunged from the arrestee’s record, their mugshots can remain online forever.

When Are Mugshots Posted On The Internet And How Long Do They Stay Online?

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Wondering how long you have before mugshots are posted on the internet, and how long do they stay online since they are posted? On average, you can expect to see your mugshot appear online within roughly 1-3 days after your arrest. 

Most times, it takes just minutes for mugshot websites to scrape public records and upload embarrassing content. From this moment on, it takes Google anywhere from hours to a few days to rank these images on the first page.

In the past, you’d have to walk to the county clerk’s office to request a copy of a criminal record. Nowadays, you don’t even have to leave your couch. With the help of your smartphone, you can simply Google someone’s name with the word “arrest” to find what you’re after.

Nine times out of ten, you will be prompted with recent news and mugshot photos on the ‘Images’ tab.

When Searching Mugshots Online, Be Careful

It is important to note that when searching for your own mugshot online, you should not click on the site. At least not directly from Google.

Why? Because the more clicks that site gets on Google, the more Google sees it as “relevant.” And, when that happens, Google often moves that negative link higher in the search results.

So what can you do? Where can you look without setting off any alarms?

Keep reading as in this article we are sharing with you:

  • The best websites to find your mugshots, 
  • how long does it take for an inmate to show in the system, 
  • how long do mugshots stay online, 
  • how long mugshot removal takes,
  • how long before mugshots are posted online,
  • and how you can remove your arrest files and restore your online image.

 

How Long Do Mugshots Stay Online?

Longer than you’d wish!

If you are expecting your arrest record to magically drop off Google soon, don’t hold your breath. Mugshot publication sites earn more money as their traffic levels increase. 

The last thing they’d do is remove mugshots, especially if there’s a chance of going viral. If you want to remove mugshots from Google search, there are a few routes you can take.

Contact The Webmaster

You can locate contact information (an email) on most mugshot publication websites. Send the webmaster a polite email on how to remove mugshots online. If you can provide dismissal or expungement documents, these may simplify the process for you. Discrediting media online is an easy way to have it removed.

Hiring a Mugshot Removal Company

If you are worried about how long mugshots stay online, thinking that you won’t be able to remove yours, you can employ the assistance of a professional company.

EraseMugshots, for example, can assist you with locating ALL your mugshots online as well as removing the content directly from the source. 

After the webmaster agrees to remove your mugshot, our team follows up with Google so they can update their results accordingly. The process is typically completed in 1-2 weeks and is 100% guaranteed! 

Promote New Content

If you cannot reach the webmaster of a particular mugshot website, you can promote yourself online in a positive light. This means daily uploads of new photos to various social media profiles. 

If you are tech-savvy enough to construct and upload content to a WordPress website, we highly recommend you do this to increase your chances. This process may take months or even years before you see consistent results. 

Most Popular Mugshot Websites

Back in 2014, we began to see the emergence of a vast amount of mugshot publication websites. These websites were and are still operated by individuals just like you or me. Websites you have probably never heard of until now. 

After being arrested, the last thing you want to be worried about is understanding how long before mugshots are posted and how long do they indeed stay online. Apart from court duties and fees, there is an endless list of amends you must make in your personal life as well. So it’s not fun to keep adding on to the pile, especially if you are looking for a new job, home, applying for a loan, or even testing out online dating.

As we mentioned above, the mugshot publication Ring of Fire, as we like to call it, was established roughly 7 years ago. These websites initially existed to offer a sense of transparency amongst the government and citizens. But, over time, they turned into pretty much tools for harassment and even blackmailing. Here is a list of the top 5 mugshot sites you are sure to locate arrest details on.

  1. Mugshots.com
  2. Arrests.org
  3. Rapsheetz.com
  4. Bailbondsearch.com
  5. BustedMugshots.com
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2022 Mugshot Removal Solutions From EraseMugshots.com (All-New!)

EraseMugshots.com takes a proactive approach to online mugshot removal, working fast to eliminate new threats and protect your personal reputation. 

Through round-the-clock monitoring of mugshot sites across the web, we’re able to identify and remove new arrest records before they appear in Google, preventing long-term damage to your friendships, your image, and your career.

Fast, Effective Mugshot Removals

With a preemptive mugshot removal strategy from EraseMugshots.com, you can: 

  • Identify new threats as soon as they go live
  • Remove mugshots directly from the source
  • Stop the spread of negative online info
  • Prevent mugshots from reaching Google and ruining your reputation
  • Repair your image and build a more positive personal brand online 

Using the latest in 24/7 monitoring and removal technology, EraseMugshots removal experts navigate the online removal process and deliver guaranteed results fast, safeguarding your online reputation. And giving you the peace of mind you deserve. 

Our team scours the web to locate any trace of your mugshot online, allowing us to identify new threats and begin removals before they harm your digital presence.

To date, we have performed thousands of successful removals across the web, providing clients the proven digital solutions to delete negative info and pursue their goals with confidence. 

With our preemptive, personalized mugshot removal service, you’ll be taking an important step to protect your personal brand and restore control over your own online destiny.

Contact Us For Removal Assistance

EraseMugshots.com has been assisting individuals just like you for nearly a decade. 

With over 30,000 satisfied customers, our team of reputation specialists knows how to get the job done right. Stop stressing about how long it takes for an inmate to show in the system or by how long mugshots stay online. It’s time to do something about it!

Complete the form below to get started. One of our reputation analysts will email you a FREE REMOVAL ANALYSIS that will disclose all the options you have. Remember, all solutions are 100% guaranteed.

How To Opt Out Of BeenVerified Opt

Posted on by Adam

Been Verified remove info solutions are more complicated than ever before. So if you are looking for a way to opt-out of BeenVerified, just keep reading.

 

Over the past decade, EraseMugshots.com has successfully helped thousands of individuals remove their private information from various people search websites, background reporting agencies, and data aggregate sites. 

 

BeenVerified provides an easy-to-use database for a quick and easy way to find individuals. This can be a good database to have unless you have negative information such as a criminal history. If you do, BeenVerified may be holding you back from having the life you’ve always wanted.

 

The huge problem is anybody with $10 and an internet connection can find out information such as your address, relatives’ information, work history, criminal history, social media accounts, and much more. Some similar websites even disclose your salary! And this applies to BeenVerified as well.

 

Within a few minutes, you can uncover very personal pieces of private information about any individual, including you! The good news is that BeenVerified has a ‘been verified opt out page’  also referred to as ‘’beenverified.com removal’ option that allows you to opt out from “People Search” results.

 

Your next question is probably, “how can I remove myself from beenverified?” Fortunately, as mentioned above, we will show you how to get off beenverified.

 

If you worry this might be a bit of an undertaking for you, here at EraseMugshots.com, our reputation team works to remove your information from the top 45+ background reporting agencies.

 

What Does Opting Out From BeenVerified Entail?

If you have not yet completed your BeenVerified opt-out request, there are a few functions you may want to search first. Before you complete the removal yourself, try searching to see what information is online in reference to your name.

 

Most of the time people will simply click “opt-out” without reviewing their records. We highly recommend that you diligently research your first and last name to track and keep records of any other similar websites, such as Spokeo and Radaris that house your private information.

 

Once you have located a record reference, you will most likely be prompted with a payment screen in order to view the entire report. Go figure, you have to pay someone else to look at your own information! 

 

While you’re on the beenverified.com opt-out page, you must do an efficient job when searching for yourself. An example is, if you have changed addresses recently, there may be an entirely new listing about you. 

 

The average individual, from our experience, has anywhere from 1 to 3 different listings on BeenVerified. An easy way to ensure you find everything would be to create a Google Doc with the exact .pdf or URL from this website. This way you now have a readily available reference link and you can monitor your opt out. Save this, and check it annually, just to make sure nothing new has presented itself online.

 

Personal Information Published On BeenVerified

  • Contact Information
  • Address History
  • Relatives
  • Associates
  • Neighbors
  • Criminal and Traffic History
  • Bankruptcy Reports
  • Career History
  • Education History
  • Social Media Accounts
  • Personal Assets
  • Judgments and Liens
  • Licenses and Permit 

 

More Notes On The BeenVerified Opt Out Process

In addition, if you are struggling to find the opt out page, here’s a more in-depth list of instructions and other been verified remove info on how to remove yourself from the BeenVerified website.

 

We recommend you do this on a desktop computer. It may be confusing and hard to navigate on your mobile device or smartphone.

 

How To Remove Yourself From BeenVerified

To remove yourself from BeenVerified, here is a guide on beenverified remove info.

 

You can simply locate your record, enter your email address, and request an “opt out.” 

 

After you request an opt out, BeenVerified will send you a confirmation email stating that the record has been approved and will not return in the future. 

 

Considering the “opt out” period takes a few days, you can create what is called an OPT OUT ACCOUNT. These accounts allow you to make sure that the information you requested to be removed is actually deleted. 

 

Next, you will be asked to insert your first name, last name, and state of residency.

 

opt-out from beenverified

 

Before pressing “Search” you are given a list of FAQs that BeenVerified typically gets asked. Read through these, and then press “Search.”

 

You will be prompted by a window with the volume of people who match the information you entered.

 

search for your name to opt out of beenverified

 

Once you have narrowed down the results to your liking, start scrolling down the list. You will be presented with a glimpse of each profile before you actually enter them. Said information will include age, name, city/state of residence, related cities, and relatives. See here:

 beenverified search results

 

Next Steps. You Are So Close! Almost There

After you have located the desired profile, click the account or the arrow on the right side. 

 

Once you select an account, you are immediately told to “Submit Your Opt-Out Request.” Make sure you use the right email. Making a request from an unrecognized email will result in a failed removal. 

 

By clicking the “Send Verification Email” button, BeenVerified will send you an email, so you can approve the removal. 

 

BeenVerified makes it clear they DO NOT and WILL NOT sell the email address provided to a third party.

 

Click “Send Verification Email”.

 

BeenVerified Opt-out

This is simply how to remove info from BeenVerified.

BeenVerified Opt Out. Does It Really Work?

In short, yes and no. Although your BeenVerified opt-out form says your submission is processed and your private and personal information is removed. That does not mean it is gone forever. Something as simple as creating a Facebook account may reopen your listing.

 

At EraseMugshots, we monitor all removals to guarantee the records never resurface on the internet again. If another person is searching for information in regards to you, they would need to visit the county clerk’s office instead of simply going on Google and typing in your name. 

 

After you have followed the steps above on how to remove info from beenverified such as criminal records, and have verified the opt-out email BeenVerified has sent, all you can do is wait for them to review your request and remove your information or public records accordingly. BeenVerified only refreshes its database once every 24 hours.

 

If you would like to check if your profile has reappeared, just hop on the site periodically (monthly/annually) and search for yourself. 

 

Another great tip to ensure BeenVerified does not republish would be to set up Google Alerts with your name along with BeenVerified. This way, if anything new appears you will get an email notification almost immediately.

 

In conclusion, there are many other sites aside from BeenVerified that offer similar opt out options. Some are paid, but most are free. Therefore, if you are interested in getting a complimentary copy of your background check, feel free to contact us here. If you are seeking a job and the matter is URGENT, call us directly at 866-601-6803 .

 

Related Questions

What Other Websites Should I Look For?

  • Instantcheckmate.com
  • Whitepages.com
  • Spokeo.com
  • Radaris.com
  • Intelius.com
  • Pipl.com

 

How Long Does It Take You To Remove My Personal Information From Data Aggregate Sites? What Is The Cost? 

This will depend on the severity of the crimes listed on your background report. Not everyone may utilize this service. Removal efforts are completed in 4-5 weeks on average.

 

All removals start out at $1,000 and may increase in price if the client has a criminal record and the charges were not dismissed or expunged.

All You Ever Wanted To Know About Mugshot Sites

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Is it illegal to publish mugshots online? No. There is a long list of mugshot sites protected under the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act of 1966) and the First Amendment.

 

Booking photos and arrest records are considered public information. The individuals that own these mugshot websites choose to publish them on Google for convenience. 

 

Your online reputation lasts forever — whether the results are positive or negative. Embarrassing comments and photos will resurface and may hinder future opportunities with your career, housing situation, and even your family. Criminal charges such as your arrest information and public mugshots are accessed and exploited online. 

 

Mugshot removal sites have engineered a business around displaying arrest records and strict payment to delete the photos. EraseMugshots.com is currently the leading mugshot removal agency on the internet.

 

Furthermore, victims currently have several choices to remove mugshots from Google, Bing, and Yahoo. Removing your mugshots online is very possible as long as you know the laws that govern publishing mugshots on the internet. 

 

Let’s dive in and find out what you can do to remove your arrest details from these mugshot sites.

 

Mugshot Sites: An Overview

Mugshot sites scrape arrest photographs from county police websites and post them online. In addition, these sites typically rank favorably and will, more often than not, be found on the first page of Google when users type in your name. 

 

As a result, these mugshot publications may cost you jobs, dates, or perhaps the ability to apply for credit.

 

Apart from paying to remove your information, you can publish new and fresh information on highly authoritative websites in an effort to suppress your negative content on Google. In the past, mugshot platforms have found themselves amidst various lawsuits.

 

Sadly, the law does not see anything wrong with them, which is the most concerning part. As long as the mugshot website does not harass you and demand payment, they are free to publish arrest records in various states across the nation. 

 

However, thanks to new laws and policies from Google, many mugshot sites have gone out of business or fallen off the first page after a recent algorithm update that severely penalized these types of websites.

 

The Most Infamous List Of Mugshot Sites

All mugshot sites claim that the individuals they post are innocent till proven guilty. This helps when they are sued because that will always be a fact. By not updating the disposition of the arrest, they are within the confines of the law.

 

They also state that the data on their sites shouldn’t be used during the hiring process, housing decisions, insurance claims, or for alternative business-related functions. 

 

Regardless, once people see your mugshot posted online, it will deter them from working with you as they automatically assume you are a “bad person” with a negative reputation.

 

Mugshot sites do not tell the whole story, and EraseMugshots wants to change that.

 

Rapsheetz

What makes Rapsheetz so bad? It is simple, this site does not remove anyone’s arrest information without expungement documentation. This means you must hire an attorney to seal your charges on the county level before they delete your information.

 

Go figure. This is a mugshot website owned by two gentlemen out of their basement, and they are “requiring” legal documentation. For what!?

 

This has negatively impacted thousands of individuals as many charges are dropped but not expunged.

 

The worst part about RapSheets is that they typically rank well on sites like Google, Bing, and Yahoo. By not including any mugshot or arrest keywords in their domain name, they get to bypass algorithm changes.

 

Looking for more assistance on Rapsheet.org removal information? We will provide you with a team of removal experts that can answer any questions or concerns you may have.

 

BailBondCity

BailBondCity is a site owned by the SAME people as RapSheets, so it is only fitting that they are number two on our list. 

 

Expungement documentation is required to remove or update any arrest details on this mugshot website.

 

Mugshots.com

Busted back in May of 2018, the owners of Mugshots.com were arrested after extorting thousands of individuals. They are, likely, the most infamous mugshot website we have seen to this date, charging anywhere from $300-500 for a single mugshot to be removed.

 

Most times, they will call or email you directly demanding payment to have your information removed. If you refuse the pay, you will likely receive a nasty, degrading response from the owner himself.

 

If your information is located on Mugshots.com, contact us today. We will design a removal solution perfectly catered to your needs and budget.

 

BocaBusted

Based in Boca Raton, Florida, BocaBusted is fairly compliant when requesting a mugshot removal. 

 

The only downfall, and the reason we included them on our mugshot sites list, is that BocaBusted only accepts payments via BitCoin. The general public is unfamiliar with BitCoin or Cryptocurrency which can make it nearly impossible to remove information. 

 

In addition, BocaBusted will not remove violent charges (domestic violence, assault with bodily harm, etc.)

 

LookWhoGotBusted

As many may assume, LookWhoGotBusted claims to have no affiliation with either BustedNewspaper or BustedMugshots. This mugshot website is another publisher of arrest records on the internet that claims to be the “most up-to-date in the industry.”

 

Just as RapSheets and BailBondCity, LookWhoGotBusted also has requirements you must fulfill to successfully remove your mugshot from their website. They are as followed:

 

“If charges were dropped or if the record was expunged or there is an error for which you have documented proof, email us by clicking on this email address: [email protected]. Note: Clicking there ensures we know which exact post you’re referring to. DO NOT CHANGE THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.

 

Please forward supporting court documents by attaching copies to your email, and upon confirmation, we will gladly remove the post at no charge.

 

Posts for those deceased also will be similarly removed. We do not offer paid removals, either directly or through any third parties such as so-called “reputation” companies, which may claim to be able to remove posts. Check with us before spending your money.”

 

Mugshot Laws 

During recent years, lawmakers have been working to shut down these websites that have been protected by the First Amendment. Georgia state representative Roger Bruce introduced a new law that currently makes it a criminal offense for websites to charge Georgia citizens to have their mugshot removed. 

 

So what did these sites do? Stopped removing but kept publishing. This solution ended up hurting the public more than before. At least in the past, individuals had the chance to pay to remove, now they must suffer indefinitely.

 

Mugshot sites currently have thirty days to get rid of a photograph or maybe a violation of the law. Having to pay fines for not complying with freely removing those records that were expungement, dismissed, or sealed.

 

Here is a list of the 18 states that currently ban arrest websites from charging mugshot removal fees:

 

states that ban arrest websites

The one major pitfall with this law is that mugshots are still public. This means that if an individual cannot pay the website to remove the information, it will remain online forever.

 

Do Mugshot Sites Show On Google?

Google has recently started to make many algorithm updates to suppress or possibly noindex mugshot sites. In fact, Google launched an algorithm in Oct 2013 that specifically targeted these websites. As a result, arrest photos were pushed down or removed from search results.

 

Whereas mugshots still exist online, they’ll not rank within the prime results for a person’s name. Especially in states such as Florida, Georgia, Arizona, and South Carolina. 

 

Although many websites have found their way around this update, it has significantly reduced the number of arrest details shown on page one for nearly all those arrested.

 

 

Are Mugshots Online Forever?

With lower visibility in Google search results (or SERPs) and restricted ways of payment, mugshot sites seem to be losing steam. While online mugshots are now not as much of a money-making scheme as before, these websites are still able to profit in different ways (i.e., advertising, etc.)

 

Specifically, these shady websites currently create cash through Bing, Yahoo, and Google ads for bail bonds companies across the nation. As long as websites host mugshots online, your arrest photo could show up. 

 

Though mugshots now do not rank high enough to dominate your search results, they continue to create controversy. Websites like Mugshots.com, BustedNewspaper.com, and BustedMugshots.com state that reserved inmates can’t pay to have their pictures removed.

 

Many mugshot sites that do not offer removal options only keep a particular arrest on their website for a maximum of 90-days before it is automatically removed. 

 

That’s excellent news for folks with previous arrests. However, deleted photos might not be totally erased from the web. Potential employers and creditors may still find your arrest record if they check cached web content.

 

Removing Mugshots From Google

If you want to remove your arrest details from a mugshot site but cannot figure out how, don’t lose hope. You have options! In addition, there may be many laws working in your favor to assist throughout the process.

 

Check out several ways you can work to remove arrest records online for free:

 

remove mugshots from google

 

 

Review Mugshot Sites’ Privacy Policies

Some websites have a “courtesy removal service” or page, specifically for their privacy policy. If you can prove your innocence and have the legal documents to back up your argument, your mugshot will be removed 90% of the time. 

 

Communication with the websites may be a good beginning. However, keep in mind that they won’t be too keen to facilitate your removal request without proper documentation. When contacting them either via email or by phone, be polite and not aggressive as they may blacklist your information from ever being removed.

 

Know The Mugshot Laws

Your state might have a law that requires mugshot sites to delete your arrest information upon request. Typically, they need to be taken down within thirty days of being contacted with the request, or they’re going to be in violation of the law. 

 

Georgia, as well as a few other selected states, presently have these laws. We expect many other, if not all, states to follow in their footsteps soon enough.

 

Raise Awareness Of Infamous Mugshot Sites

If your state doesn’t have any mugshot removal laws, evoke one. Contact your state law enforcement agencies and encourage them to create a law that will make it easier for you to manage your online name.

 

Hire An Online Reputation Management Agency

Hire a reputable online reputation management agency to work on your side to combat these unwarranted publications and rebuild your image. 

 

Here at EraseMugshots, we offer a FREE REMOVAL ANALYSIS for anyone that fills out a form. In addition, all removal solutions come with a lifetime guarantee or your money back. 

 

Our removal specialists will scour the internet to uncover all mugshot websites publishing your booking information, as well as monitor your results for up to 12-months afterward to ensure successful removal.

 

Take Control Of Your Online Reputation

Ultimately, the outlook is positive for people scuffling with online mugshots stemming from a previous arrest.

 

If you are featured on a mugshot website, research each option available to you and urge them to remove your picture. Take action, and defend your online name.

 

Learn more about how EraseMugshots.com removes mugshots on the internet.

 

Related Questions

How Much Does a Complete Mugshot Removal Cost?

On average, for a complete removal solution (5-10 mugshot sites) the cost ranges from $500 – $3,500. All EraseMugshots.com removal solutions are 100% guaranteed. Shall we fail to remove your mugshot (which we won’t), you will get a full refund.

 

How Long Does It Take To Remove Mugshots Online?

When performing a complete removal the process generally takes about 5 days for the website to comply with our takedown notice.

 

Following a successful removal, we will notify Google so they update the search results. The second half of the solution takes anywhere from a few hours to two weeks, depending on how busy the search engine’s team is.

 

Are mugshot sites damaging your online reputation? Fill out the form below to get a Free Quote on Mugshot Removal today.