The Sindh Bar Council has directed all lawyers in Sindh to remove unauthorized monograms, metal plates, and insignia from their vehicles within 15 days, following complaints from the Sindh Police, with a warning that they could face discipline if they don’t comply.

In a circular issued on April 3, the council said titles such as “Advocate,” “High Court of Sindh,” and the Sindh Bar Council emblem are not allowed under the Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Act, 1973, and the Sindh Legal Practitioners and Bar Council Rules, 2017.

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The council warned that vehicles displaying such markings within court premises will be identified, and disciplinary proceedings will be launched. It also highlighted that some lawyers have been using the Sindh Bar Council insignia on visiting cards, which is considered a breach of professional conduct.

Only elected members of the council are permitted to display official insignia or monograms on their vehicles and business cards. The Privilege and Vigilance Committee will collect information after the deadline and refer cases to the Disciplinary Committee for action.