News Center- Afsaneh Baygan, an Iranian actress and an opponent of the mandatory hijab, has announced on her Instagram account that Iran’s judiciary has summoned her for “wearing a hat”.

“Two months ago, I went to Shahrzad Theater Complex to watch a theater performance. I wore a hat that covered most of my head and only a little of my hair and neck could be seen. Now, I face three to 12 months’ imprisonment under article 640 of the Penal Code (This article says that anyone who exhibits or puts for public viewing, films, which offends public decency or morals). This means that if I am seen in public without a hijab, I will be fined according to article 638; if I attend a show wearing a hat, I will be imprisoned for a year???”

Criticizing the indictment prepared against her, she wrote, “In the indictment, they write that I deserve more punishment because I am an actress. Years ago, I attended the Fajr International Film Festival by wearing a similar hat and I did not face any imprisonment. But today, wearing a hat is considered a crime.”