I always thought the expectation was that everyone was to wear a suit in court.

Every time I have gone to traffic court, I have worn a formal girl suit business outfit (button-down suit coat, matching pencil skirt, stockings, and heels). And every time, I’ve been mistaken for an attorney. Because every single other defendant is dressed like a complete and total slob.

Who’s wrong? Them? Me? Or both? What is a respectable defendant supposed to wear when contesting a speeding ticket?

Topics: driving, attire, speeding, court, suits, judgment, expectations, slobs, traffic court, social appropriateness