Remove mugshots and arrest records from search
Remove booking photos and arrest records from mugshot sites and search, where law and site policy allow.
In the US, booking photos and arrest records are republished by mugshot websites and can rank for years, even when charges were dropped. Many sites honour removal requests, several US states restrict sites that charge fees to remove booking photos, and search engines reduce the prominence of such sites. In the UK, spent convictions can support delisting requests. We use the routes that fit your jurisdiction and case.
Who this is for
- People whose charges were dropped, dismissed or expunged
- People with old arrests still ranking for their name
- UK residents with spent convictions in search results
Who it is not for
- Concealing records that must be disclosed to employers or regulators
Routes we use
Each route is assessed before anything is filed. Strength ratings are general indications; every case turns on its facts.
Site removal request
Moderate route- When it applies
- The site operates a free removal process or must comply with state law.
- What it needs
- Case outcome documents where required.
Expungement or dismissal evidence
Moderate route- When it applies
- Records were sealed, expunged or charges dropped.
- What it needs
- Court documents.
UK delisting
Moderate route- When it applies
- The conviction is spent under UK law.
- What it needs
- Conviction details and when it became spent.
- Source
- Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Search repair
Moderate route- When it applies
- Records remain online lawfully.
- What it needs
- A plan to outrank them.
How the work runs
- Eligibility reviewWe test each URL against the relevant law and platform policy before anything is filed.
- Evidence packWe build the submission: identity, context, dates, policy clauses and supporting documents.
- Submission and follow-upRequests are filed, tracked and chased. Refusals are appealed where grounds exist.
- FallbackWhere removal is refused or unavailable, we move the case to search repair.
Evidence you will need
- Case outcome documents
- Links to records
- Photo ID
What you receive
- Record and site audit
- Removal requests
- Delisting requests where eligible
- Repair plan
What we cannot promise
- Official court and police records usually remain public.
- We never pay mugshot sites removal fees, which can encourage republication.
Frequently asked questions
Is it legal for sites to charge to remove mugshots?
Several US states restrict or prohibit it. Rules vary by state.
Does expungement remove records automatically?
No. Private sites must usually be asked, with evidence.
Can this help with background checks?
Removing online republication does not change official records used in formal background checks.
Does this apply in the UK?
UK mugshot sites are rare, but spent convictions in news or directories can support delisting.
Is my enquiry confidential?
Yes. You can make first contact without giving your name, we sign a non-disclosure agreement before you share case details, and case files are held in restricted, encrypted storage with access limited to your case team.
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