This file is in the public domain because It's a photo released by the Los Angeles sheriffs department whose mugshots are by default public domain. 'Greetings, I called the Sheriff's Dept. directly about that. Officer Duhn informed me that all "mug shot" type photos from the L.A. Sheriff's dept. are public domain. I welcome you to call them yourself for verification. The numbers I would suggest you try are: Court Services Information: (323) 526-5541 and General Inquiries: (323) 526-5541. If you have any additional questions don't hesitate to ask. Cheers. (→Netscott) 16:55, 17 February 2007 (UTC)'
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2007-06-08 20:58 Wtstoffs 275×344×8 (81066 bytes) From the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept. {{mugshot}} [[Category:Mug shots]]
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