Hairstyle for a court appearance?

Asked 3 months ago - Yreka, CA

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Hi, I am to go to court in a couple days for a very minor case(a marijuana infraction, to be precise), and was wondering if it would be ok to go with semi-long hair. It's only semi-long(not even shoulder-length) and styled such that a ponytail isn't really a possibility. Do I have to cut it, or would it be ok as is?

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    Los Angeles Business Attorney
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    Answered March 05, 2013 17:58. Clean and combed should suffice.

    The above is general legal and business analysis. It is not "legal advice" but analysis, and different lawyers may... more

  2. Louisville Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered March 05, 2013 18:00. You need to look presentable to the Court, showing respect. Be professionally dressed, no jeans, no jewelry, no body adornments, no tattoos exposed, soft spoken, humble and polite.

    I am trying to give you a general answer to your question. We do not have an attorney-client relationship by this... more

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    Norwalk Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered March 05, 2013 18:03. You never get a second chance for a first good impression. Don't look like Fabio, conservative is always best for court.

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