What does a criminal look like? Mugshots have become a mainstay in U.S. culture, with a name and photo traditionally being released at the time of an arrest. These photos are available online, posted to social media and in news reports. They are included with details of the criminal charges, firmly attaching the suspect to the allegations. But what happens if it is found the suspect did not commit the crime? Traditionally, this question is rarely asked, but a changing policing culture in the United States has led to revisiting the way arrests are being reported by law enforcement agencies and news outlets. Explore what has led to changes in some cities and why other parts of the United States maintain the tradition of releasing mugshots
