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Viral Mugshot Accounts Are Ruining Women’s Lives
Viral mugshot accounts like Mugshawtys and similar pages frame mugshots as 'thirst traps', leading to prolonged humiliation and harassment for the women featured. These accounts contribute to lasting harm for individuals after their arrests.
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