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High Court Rules Against Female Inmate's Shorts Appeal

1/13/2026

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High Court Judge Russell Coleman ruled that Correctional Services Department's summer-trousers rule for female inmates does not constitute discrimination.
Chow Hang-tung, a Hong Kong activist, argued the rule treats women differently from men who may wear shorts.
Chow has been in custody since 2021 under national security law, and her requests to wear shorts were denied citing health concerns for some inmates.
Chow's trial is set to begin next week.

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High Court Judge Russell Coleman ruled that Correctional Services Department's summer-trousers rule for female inmates does not constitute discrimination.
Chow Hang-tung, a Hong Kong activist, argued the rule treats women differently from men who may wear shorts.
Chow has been in custody since 2021 under national security law, and her requests to wear shorts were denied citing health concerns for some inmates.
Chow's trial is set to begin next week.