Finding your mugshot on Rain Street can feel upsetting. The site lists arrest records that anyone can look up by name. The good news is that you can ask Rain Street to take your record down, and the request is free. This guide walks you through what the site is and how to get your mugshot removed.
What Rain Street Is
Rain Street (rain-street.org) is a data broker that collects and posts public arrest records. It used to run under the name ArrestFacts, and it still uses the support email [email protected]. The site pulls booking records, mugshots, and court data from public sources. Then it makes that information searchable by first name, last name, city, and state.
Because the data comes from public records, Rain Street does not always check if it is correct. That means the wrong person can be linked to a charge if two people share a name. The site was online as of mid-2026, though sites like this one open and close often.
Can Your Mugshot Be Removed?
In most cases, yes. Rain Street offers a free opt-out tool called Information Control. You do not need a lawyer or a paid service to send in the request. Anyone can do it directly on the site.
Keep in mind that removal is not always permanent. Since arrest records are public, the site can pull the same data again later and repost it. Removal also only affects Rain Street. If your mugshot shows up on other sites, you have to handle each one on its own.
How to Request Removal Step by Step
- Go to rain-street.org and search for your record using your first name, last name, city, and state.
- Click “View More” on the result that matches you.
- Find and click the “Information Control” link below the photo.
- Enter your name and email address, then complete the CAPTCHA.
- Click “Send” to submit your request.
- Check your inbox for a verification email from Rain Street.
- Click the link in that email to confirm and finish the request.
Tip: think about using a separate email address, not your main one. Some data brokers add your address to marketing lists. A spare email keeps your main inbox clean.
What Removal Costs
The opt-out on Rain Street is free. You do not pay the site to take your record down.
You may still choose to pay a removal service if your mugshot is on many sites at once. A service can do the work for you and watch for reposts. If you want to understand the pricing first, read our guide on how much mugshot removal costs.
How Long It Takes
Some reports say Rain Street can process a request in about 48 hours. Others take longer. Your record should drop off the site after you click the verification link and the request goes through.
Search engines can take extra time to catch up. Even after the page is gone, the old link may still show in Google for a while. For a fuller picture, see our guide on how long mugshot removal takes.
What to Do If It Fails
If your mugshot is still up after a few days, try these steps:
- Submit the Information Control form again.
- Check your spam folder for a verification email you may have missed.
- Reach out through the site’s contact form or the support email if one is listed.
If the site ignores you or the record keeps coming back, you still have options. You can work to push the page down in search results, or remove the link from Google directly. Our guide on how to remove a mugshot from Google explains how.
FAQ
Is Rain Street the same as ArrestFacts?
Yes. Rain Street is the newer name for the site that used to be called ArrestFacts. It still uses an arrestfacts.com support email, so the two are tied together.
Will my mugshot come back after I remove it?
It can. Arrest records are public, so the site may collect and post the same data again. Check back now and then to make sure your record stays down.
Last updated on July 27, 2026