diff --git a/code/modules/jobs/job_types/lawyer.dm b/code/modules/jobs/job_types/lawyer.dm
index d655e047a4..8df949a143 100644
--- a/code/modules/jobs/job_types/lawyer.dm
+++ b/code/modules/jobs/job_types/lawyer.dm
@@ -41,7 +41,6 @@
 	l_hand = /obj/item/storage/briefcase/lawyer
 	l_pocket = /obj/item/laser_pointer
 	r_pocket = /obj/item/clothing/accessory/lawyers_badge
-	backpack_contents = list(/obj/item/book/manual/service_SOP)
 
 	chameleon_extras = /obj/item/stamp/law