Recently Booked Mugshots Topeka Ks Shawnee County

Ever found yourself in a situation where you've done something a tad embarrassing, and you're just waiting for the universe to snap a picture and slap it on a billboard? Well, in Topeka, Kansas, specifically in Shawnee County, that's exactly what's been happening, but with a twist. They've been booking some mugshots that are more 'cheese' than 'mug'.

When the 'Mug' in Mugshot is More Like 'Say Cheese'

Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not talking about the serious stuff here. We're talking about the kind of 'arrests' that make you laugh more than cringe. Like the time ol' Joe got a bit too tipsy at the local bar and decided it was a great idea to challenge the bouncer to a dance-off. Next thing he knows, he's got a new profile pic on the Shawnee County Sheriff's Office Facebook page. I mean, who hasn't been there, right? Well, maybe not the mugshot part, but we've all had that one friend who thought they were the next Justin Timberlake after a few drinks.

From 'perp walk' to 'catwalk'

These mugshots are more 'fashion show' than 'jail time'. I mean, have you seen some of these poses? There's the classic 'duck face', the 'peace sign', even a few 'flexing' shots. It's like they're not being booked, they're being discovered by a fashion photographer. I half expect to see them on the cover of Vogue with the caption 'From Jailbird to Supermodel: How These Inmates Nailed Their Mugshots'.

And the outfits? Well, let's just say they're as diverse as the people of Topeka. From the guy who thought a Hawaiian shirt was appropriate attire for his booking (I mean, who are we to judge? It is always sunny in Shawnee County, right?), to the lady who rocked a full-on sequined dress. I mean, if you're going to be booked, you might as well do it in style.

When Booking a Mugshot is Like Ordering a Pizza

Now, I'm not saying these folks are happy about their situation, but you've got to admit, some of these photos are downright hilarious. It's like they're thinking, 'Well, I'm here, might as well make the most of it'. I mean, have you ever had a bad day and thought, 'You know what? I'm just going to order that extra large pizza with all the toppings and call it a day'? It's that same kind of 'why not' attitude.

And the best part? The Shawnee County Sheriff's