A bulletproof vest is a garment worn over the torso which protects against projectiles.
Most state will consider a felon wearing a bulletproof vest as a felony--almost as bad as if the felon had been caught with a firearm.
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.
about early 1920's
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I dont see what they could charge you with. but they may stop you and ask why you are wearing it.Added: "Maryland law mandates that all persons with a prior CONVICTION for a crime of violence or a drug trafficking crime are prohibited from using, possessing, or purchasing bulletproof body armor without a permit issued by the Secretary of the Maryland State Police. A permit to use, possess, or purchase bulletproof body armor is not required for persons not convicted of a crime of violence or a drug trafficking crime."
Bullet proof vests are legal in the state of California unless you have been convicted of a felony.
A ballistic vest is another name for a bulletproof vest - a garment worn over the torso which protects against projectiles.
Gold is not typically used in bulletproof vests due to its high cost. Nickel is also not commonly used as it does not provide the necessary strength and ballistic protection required for bulletproof vests. Instead, materials like Kevlar, Spectra, and Dyneema are commonly used for their high strength and flexibility.
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