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Youthful Offender Status w/ Mugshot on the Web? (CRIMINAL LAW & PROCEDURE)

Mon, 27 Dec 2004 12:38:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? Alabama
At the dumb age of 18, I was jailed for theft of property. Fortunately, I was granted youthful offender status and took full of advantage of the opportunity to turn myself around. I paid all restitution early and was even granted early release from probation. I am now 25 years old, I'm a successful software developer, homeowner, husband -soon to be father and civic-minded member of the community. I've haven't been arrested since the incident when I was 18.
Recently, I noticed that my mug shot is available on the county's web site for viewing, searchable by last name. This seems to be antithetical to the spirit of "youthful offender status". While, it hasn't caused a loss of income and would not affect my employer's opinion of my services, I'm concerned about it being available. Should/Can I pursue council for it's removal?
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  • Tue, 07 Jun 2005 19:40:00 GMT(1)
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    Originally Posted by alittletocraze

    Alabama
    Almost ten years ago I was charged with a minor drug crime. Now I have also turned my life around and I am currently seeking a degree in Education. However, I find that my mugshot and charges are listed on the county website. What do I do or how do I go about getting this taken care of?
    Thank you,

    You may search the expungement laws for you state, however, that doesn't mean that your record goes away in all respects or that your mug picture won't still be there. If you fill out an application, you still have to tell the truth and the information may still be there in background checks.
  • Tue, 07 Jun 2005 19:18:00 GMT(2)
  • Alabama
    Almost ten years ago I was charged with a minor drug crime. Now I have also turned my life around and I am currently seeking a degree in Education. However, I find that my mugshot and charges are listed on the county website. What do I do or how do I go about getting this taken care of?
    Thank you,
  • Mon, 27 Dec 2004 15:17:00 GMT(3)
  • "Should/Can I pursue council for it's removal?"
    Yes.
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