What to Wear to Court in Maryland

What Should Men Wear to Court in Maryland?
  • Men should come properly dressed to court in Maryland
  • Dress as if you were going to a job interview
  • Tucked in button-down shirt
  • Slacks or dress pants
  • Suit and tie of a neutral/dark color
  • Keep the suit on while in court
  • Dress shoes or shoes in a neutral/dark color
  • Combed hair and trimmed facial hair
  • Proper hygiene – shower, brushed teeth, deodorant
  • Dress conservatively
What Should Women Wear to Court in Maryland?
  • Women should come properly dressed to court in Maryland
  • Dress as if you were going to a job interview
  • Pantsuit or skirt suit is recommended
  • Slacks or skirt and a clean blouse
  • Dress shoes or flats
  • Choose a shirt with sleeves if you don’t have a jacket to cover your arms
  • Skirts should be long enough to cover your knees
  • Wear tights if you choose to wear a shorter-length skirt
  • Dress conservatively

What NOT to Wear to Court/Maryland Dress Code

  • Baseball caps or hats (unless they are for a religious purpose)
  • Shorts or swim trunks
  • Sunglasses
  • Flip-flops or sandals
  • Messy or unkempt hair and facial hair
  • Flashy jewelry
  • Expensive watches
  • Uncovered tattoos or piercings
  • Work uniforms
  • Tank tops, halter tops, or t-shirts with logos
  • Short skirts, dresses
  • Bright colors or loud prints
  • Pajamas or gym clothes
  • Cut-off jeans
  • Fitting clothing
  • Hair dyed a bright color – temporarily dye it a natural color
  • Excessive perfume
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