Ways To Get Your Online Mugshot Removed From Google and The Georgia Gazette
Mugshot removal attorneys can’t remove arrest records online
Below are the categories which qualify an individual for free removal of his or her mugshot:
- On May 6, 2013, new Georgia legislation went into effect which requires that, if an individual meets certain criteria, the commercial website must remove his or her mugshot from the website at no charge and must do so within thirty (30) days of the date the individual sends a written request to the company.
- Access to his or her case or charges was restricted pursuant to Code Section 35-3-37.
- Prior to indictment, accusation, or other charging instruments, his or her case was never referred for further prosecution to the proper prosecuting attorney by the arresting law enforcement agency and the offense against such individual was closed by the arresting law enforcement agency.
- Prior to indictment, accusation, or other charging instruments, the statute of limitations expired.
- Prior to indictment, accusation, or other charging instruments, his or her case was referred to the prosecuting attorney but was later dismissed.
- Prior to indictment, accusation, or other charging instruments, the grand jury returned two no bills.
- After indictment or accusation, all charges were dismissed or nolle prossed.
- After indictment or accusation, the individual pleaded guilty to or was found guilty of possession of a narcotic drug, marijuana, or stimulant, depressant, or hallucinogenic drug and was sentenced in accordance with the provisions of Code Section 16-13-2, and the individual successfully completed the terms and conditions of his or her probation; or
- The individual was acquitted of all of the charges by a judge or jury.
To request the removal of the mugshot, the individual must send written correspondence, including his or her name, date of birth, date of arrest, and the name of the arresting law enforcement agency. The request must be sent via certified mail, return receipt requested, or statutory overnight delivery to the registered agent, principal place of business, or the primary residence of the person who publishes the website.
If a company fails to remove the individual’s arrest booking photograph or mugshot within 30 days, it is in violation of Georgia’s Fair Business Practices Act. To submit a complaint against a company that is in violation of this law, contact the Georgia Department of Law’s Consumer Protection Division.
- Name
- Date of birth
- Date of arrest
- Name of the arresting law enforcement agency
- Proof that your photograph qualifies for removal
- Your email address (so we can send confirmation of removal)
to the following address:
The Georgia Gazette
P.O. Box #2325
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
This website states that requests must be sent via certified mail.
Alex Adekola is a thought leader in the reputation management industry who has targeted mugshot publishers since 2012. Alex Adekola is the longest-serving reputation and crisis management strategist and has written a book on mugshot removal. He is the creator and director of strategy at RemoveMyMugshot.org