diff --git a/code/game/objects/structures/crates_lockers/closets/secure/personal.dm b/code/game/objects/structures/crates_lockers/closets/secure/personal.dm
index 2ecb0a8e450..7270208d410 100644
--- a/code/game/objects/structures/crates_lockers/closets/secure/personal.dm
+++ b/code/game/objects/structures/crates_lockers/closets/secure/personal.dm
@@ -51,6 +51,8 @@
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='notice'>You can't reach the lock from inside.</span>")
 
 	else if(allowed(user) || !registered_name || (istype(I) && (registered_name == I.registered_name)))
+		cut_overlays()
+
 		//they can open all lockers, or nobody owns this, or they own this locker
 		locked = !locked
 		if(locked)