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Penal Code 12022.2 is basically the only definition in California statutes that describes the use of wearing ballistic armor during a commission of a crime. If you knowingly and intentionally commit a crime while wearing ballistic armor (more specifically a felony), then a minimum of one year up to five years of prison time is going to be added to your sentence.
As for general wear, as long as you don't have any felony convictions on your record (and in common sense, a justifiable reason to own it / wear it), then you're fine. Felons are prohibited possessors of ballistic armor in the majority of states in the U.S.
Actually, the answer provided above is not entirely true. CA Penal Code Section 12370(a) sheds more light on this subject. Specifically, it prohibits those individuals who have been convicted a "violent crime" (as the term is defined in Penal Code Section 667.5) from owning a bulletproof vest. Otherwise, there is no prohibition against ownership.
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∙ 16y agoConsidering the various cinematic uses of this device: From Ancient Spartans and other Greek warriors up to the Middle Ages, I would imagine there are exceptions made for cinematic props-Halloween costumes, and the like, By the way back when My Old Man was a Young man (say the interwar period) Historical themes were popular for Halloween costumes, and among the Girls, Joan of Arc was a very popular theme, the St.Joan costumes would move out, shall we say at a canter! There is a big differfence between medieval costumes and actual defensive use of Body Armor but California has some crazy laws and I am sure there are exceptions for theatrical and cinematic use. Try not to use cell phones though! Don:t want trouble with the Higher clergy)(a joke)
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∙ 15y agoIf you're a convicted felon, it is illegal to have body armor in California. If you're a law-abiding citizen, you can have all the bulletproof vests you want.
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∙ 15y agoIn NSW Australia it is not. It is an offence under the cocealed weapons laws to protect yourself from illegal weapons by wearing a bullet proof vest.
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∙ 12y agoYes
Only if you are not using it for crime, it is legal for a person to own and wear a bulletproof vest.
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∙ 11y agoso what go to jail an do the time haaahaa aint nothing
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∙ 15y agoits legal to buy monkeys in isreal. :)
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Is it legal to where a bullet proof vest in Alabama?
One can wear a bulletproof vest any where in a free country, whether in the USA , Canada or europe, If the vest fits....
Is it legal to wear a bulletproof vest in Indiana?
Providing you are not wearing it while committing a criminal act ... yes !!!
Is it legal to wear a bulletproof vest in Missouri?
Not using it to commit a crime no problem. You look kinda funny and please remember, they are not bullet proof. They are bullet resistant and only up to a certain level defined by its classification. Most police wear a level IIa
What kind of vest was Chris Brown wearing in his video Wall to Wall?
It was a bulletproof vest type of wear
Whats the laws for bulletproof vests in Utah?
Gee, I'd like to wear a bullet proof vest today, is that legal? You don't need permission from the state or federal government to protect yourself.
Name something people wear to protect themselves?
Coat, helmet, jockstrap, bulletproof vest, hat, sunscreen
Are bullet proof vest illegal in Chicago?
BOTH my parents are CHICAGO police SERGEANTS. n i also know a lot of CHICAGO police because of this... all of them told me it is COMPLETELY LEGAL to OWN/WEAR a bulletproof vest AS LONG AS its not during the commission of a CRIME or as long as you are not a Felon or have a WARRANT issued for your ARREST.
Can felonies wear bullet proof vest?
I think the question you are wanting to ask is "Can felons wear bulletproof vests?" a felony (plural felonies) is "A grave crime, such as murder, rape, or burglary, that is punishable by death or imprisonment in a state or federal facility." as such, felonies are incapable of wearing a bulletproof vest as they have no physical body. That being said, the answer to your question will vary by state.
Can a person buy a bulletproof vest?
You must work in law enforcement in order to buy a bulletproof vest. It is against the law otherwise.You can't purchase a bulletproof vest online without certifying that you work in law enforcement.
Why is everyone so mad?
Because they are. they're all very mad. yep that's right be careful wear a bulletproof vest. people are mad.
With a Class A gun Permit can you wear a Bullet proof vest in Ma?
You can wear a bulletproof vest whenever you want no permit needed. Added info: as long as you aren't otherwise doing something illegal. In many states, maybe all, you can face and additional charge if you commit some sort of crime while wearing a vest.
Is it legal in Pennsylvania to wear a bullet proof vest?
In pa., I dont think so.
