Lahore High Court Announces New Dress Code for Lawyers

For context, the Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed lawyers to resume wearing gowns during court proceedings from November 2 as the winter season approaches.

Key points

• Earlier, a notification issued in March 2026 allowed lawyers to appear in court without gowns from March 30.
• According to instructions issued by the LHC Registrar's Office, lawyers must comply with the prescribed dress code when appearing before the court.
• The gown requirement is being reinstated after a temporary exemption granted during the summer season.

What happened

For context, the gown requirement is being reinstated after a temporary exemption granted during the summer season. Punjab Announces Winter Timings for All District Courts.

Earlier, a notification issued in March 2026 allowed lawyers to appear in court without gowns from March 30. The exemption applied to the Lahore High Court's principal seat and all its benches. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.

The bottom line

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