Objective: This study evaluates the knowledge and perception of the general public of Lahore regarding medicolegal autopsies. Medicolegal autopsies are crucial for justice and public health, yet they are often misunderstood and resisted due to cultural and religious beliefs. Material & Method: Conducted at Ameer-ud-Din Medical College, this cross sectional, questionnaire-based study involved 496 adults from Lahore. To minimise bias, healthcare professionals were excluded. Results: Findings indicate substantial gaps in understanding the legal and procedural aspects of autopsies, with 82.3% of respondents incorrectly believing that family consent is necessary for an autopsy. Moreover, misconceptions about the costs and processes persist, with many respondents unaware that the state bears these costs. The study also highlights cultural and religious resistance, with a significant portion of participants unwilling to consent to autopsies for relatives, primarily due to fears of body disfigurement and religious objections. Conclusion: These findings suggest a critical need for public education to improve the acceptance and understanding of medicolegal autopsies. Enhancing public knowledge through targeted campaigns could mitigate misconceptions and foster greater acceptance, thus aiding in the effective implementation of forensic practices and improving Pakistan's public health and justice systems.