diff --git a/code/modules/research/rdconsole.dm b/code/modules/research/rdconsole.dm
index fa78df66b6..d0fe5dd477 100755
--- a/code/modules/research/rdconsole.dm
+++ b/code/modules/research/rdconsole.dm
@@ -155,7 +155,7 @@ won't update every console in existence) but it's more of a hassle to do. Also,
 	add_fingerprint(usr)
 
 	usr.set_machine(src)
-	if((href_list["lock"] || screen < 1 || (screen == 1.6 && href_list["menu"] != "1.0")) && !allowed(usr)) //Stops people from HREF exploiting out of the lock screen, but allow it if they have the access.
+	if((screen < 1 || (screen == 1.6 && href_list["menu"] != "1.0")) && (!allowed(usr) && !emagged)) //Stops people from HREF exploiting out of the lock screen, but allow it if they have the access.
 		usr << "Unauthorized Access"
 		return