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Judges and barristers wear wigs in court as part of an old tradition- the wigs were introduced in the early 18th Century, when it was fashionable for all men to have wigs, and in British courts of law, this tradition has just continued until the present day.
Psychological studies have also shown that the wigs engender a greater respect for judges and barristers on the part of the defendant and witnesses. However, in cases where children are being asked to give evidence in court, the judge or barrister may remove his or her wig, so that they appear less intimidating to the child.
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Did people wear wigs in the late 1700's?
Men wore wigs. I don't know if women did.
Why did the colonist wear wigs in the 1700s?
The wigs were in style. And sometimes men wore them to cover up bald spots.Hope that helped!
What did men wear in colonial time?
Wigs, doublets, and jackets.
Did Victorians alway wear wigs?
Even if it did seem so i'm fairly certain they would remove them for baths, and for sleeping.Obviously the working class never wore wigs. I am under the impression that wigs were worn mainly for formal occasions.
Did people wear wigs in the New England colonies?
because the had green eyeballs and moldy teeth
In the UK do attorneys have to wear wigs in court?
No, there are no wigs worn in court. The US legal system split with the British with the Constitution. The US does not have 'barristers' and 'solicitors' like many of the British based legal systems. Any licensed attorney may argue in court.
Why do people where wigs in court?
this question is ludicrous, but, judges DO NOT wear wigs in the present time, they may have in the past, but not anymore.
Why do people wear wigs?
People wear wigs for different purposes, to cover untidy hair do, to disguise one's self and to look beautiful. There are even reasons to wear wigs for religious and other ceremonial purposes. In the British Courts of Law, both Barristers and Judges wear wigs.
Why did they wear wigs at court in England?
Because the fashion and tradition at the time said they should.
Do men still wear wigs in Parliament?
Yes, they do wear wigs and they still will.
Does nicki manaj wear wigs?
Yes she wears wigs.
Why did presidents wear white wigs?
They wore wigs because it was the style back then. But they also thought that showers were unnecessary so that caused them to get lice. After that they would shave their wigs and have to wear wigs.
Does parliament still wear wigs?
Most of the Commonwealths only wear wigs for ceremonial occasions, which is rare.
How do people feel when they wear wigs?
I HATE wigs. i feel.....itchie
Did the hager twins wear wigs?
did hager twins ware wigs
What were the colours of cleopatras hair wigs?
she didn't wear wigs!! she had black hair.
How does lawyer look in a court?
It depends on which country you are in. In the UK at Crown courts and higher lawyers wear special robes and wigs but this does not apply everywhere
