I am going to go to court today to fight a ticket i received in the summer, and am now dressed in a black business suit with gray shirt and pink tie... is this too much? thanks
2006-09-11 05:37:12 · 24 answers · asked by DevelopmentArrested 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
No, it sounds appropriate and more respectful than most people today. It will also create a perception that you're more of a person with equal stature, rather than some lower, sloppy character.
2006-09-11 05:38:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, I attend many court proceedings with the attorneys here at our firm, and I am constantly amazed what people will wear to court! They come in cut-off shorts & shirts; flip-flops; stained & dirty clothes; baseball caps, etc. Any judge would be appreciate anyone who displays respect with appropriate dress. If you normally wear a suit and tie; wear a suit and tie. Business casual is also appropriate. Good Luck on that ticket!
2006-09-11 06:06:32 · answer #2 · answered by working mom of 3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds good, except I'd change the tie. You could wear a "power tie," which promotes confidence. Is the pink tie solid or patterned with other colors? Black suit - gray shirt - patterned tie with black, white, red or gray, black, blue, etc. Good luck!
2006-09-11 05:45:44 · answer #3 · answered by sassybree1979 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ditch the pink tie. You may be in court already. Never wear loud colors in these situations, always dress more conservatively. I would wear a white shirt and darker tie.
2006-09-11 05:40:55 · answer #4 · answered by TG Special 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I may rethink the pink tie and go with something a litter more subdued but other than that you'll be fine. Good Luck with the ticket!
2006-09-11 05:46:04 · answer #5 · answered by Stiletto ♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't thinks so, I dress in business attire when I am handling very important business. Your overall appearance tells alot....Maybe not the pink tie
2006-09-11 05:40:11 · answer #6 · answered by Atlanta's Finest 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nah, that's good. Careful picking the tie though. You must look like you're an outstanding, all-business citizen.
Dare! Walk into the courtroom wearing a clown's red nose.
You'll do fine.
2006-09-11 05:40:09 · answer #7 · answered by flammable 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's fine but you could also get away with jeans and a shirt. Traffic court is informal so the judges don't care what you wear.
2006-09-11 05:42:50 · answer #8 · answered by piercedambition 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, dressing well shows respect for the judge and the system of justice. It is logically to fear looking financially stable or well-to-do, but I think it's always safest to make a positive impression with judges who probably take them selves very seriously.
2006-09-11 05:41:06 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your choice sounds fine. Just dress as if you were going to a job interview, etc. Neat and conservative. Good luck on your fight with city hall.
2006-09-11 05:41:43 · answer #10 · answered by Desi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋