Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 13 - Miscellaneous Provisions
Section 14-1324 - "Mug Shot" Web Sites

(a)    This section applies to the operator of a Web site that charges a fee to remove an arrest or detention photograph or digital image.
    (b)    An individual may request an operator of a Web site to remove the individual’s photograph or digital image from the operator’s Web site if:
        (1)    The photograph or digital image was taken during the arrest or detention of the individual for a criminal or traffic charge or suspected violation of a criminal or traffic law; and
        (2)    (i)    The court record or police record that contained the photograph or digital image was expunged under Title 10, Subtitle 1 of the Criminal Procedure Article;
            (ii)    The individual has successfully petitioned a court to have the court record or police record that contained the photograph or digital image shielded or otherwise removed from public inspection; or
            (iii)    The individual has successfully petitioned a court to vacate the judgment that resulted from the arrest or detention.
    (c)    An individual shall make a request for removal of a photograph or digital image under subsection (b) of this section by:
        (1)    Written request sent by certified mail; or
        (2)    Electronic mail using an electronic postmark if the operator makes available a secure electronic mail connection on the operator’s Web site.
    (d)    An operator of a Web site shall remove the photograph or digital image of an individual within 30 days after receiving a request under subsection (c) of this section.
    (e)    Within 5 business days after removing a photograph or digital image of an individual, the operator of a Web site shall send a written confirmation of the removal to the individual.
    (f)    An operator of a Web site may not charge an individual for the removal of the individual’s photograph or digital image under this section.
    (g)    A violation of this section is:
        (1)    An unfair or deceptive trade practice within the meaning of Title 13 of this article; and
        (2)    Subject to the enforcement and penalty provisions contained in Title 13 of this article.