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Is it weird to wear body armor in public?
While most states abide strictly by the federal law regarding body armor, there are a few that add their own bit of flair to it. However, the purchase and use of body armor, by civilians in general, is legal. Again, if you’re convicted of a violent felony, it’s illegal unless you fall into the exception.
Can you wear bulletproof armor in public?
Wearing a bulletproof vest in public is legal in most states as long as you aren’t a convicted felon. In some areas, it’s illegal to wear body armor on school grounds so make sure that you check ahead of time if you plan on wearing body armor in or around a school.
Is the president’s clothes bulletproof?
All of this, of course, is speculation. It might be the case that no US president has ever worn such a bullet-resistant suit. The Secret Service has never confirmed that any president has ever worn a bulletproof vest – nor are they likely to do so. The Caballero suit is also a likely part of Trump’s public attire.
Do criminals use body armor?
Nobody knows how many crooks, lunatics, gangs, and militias have acquired body armor. There’s no registration or required background check. The federal government and most states—but not Colorado—have laws against possessing body armor if you’re a violent felon, or using it to commit a crime.
Do Secret Service agents wear body armor?
They do have body armor, but it’s a separate item they wear under their clothes. A fully armored suit would be impractical. Armor is pretty heavy and stiff, it restricts movement. An agent needs to be able to move fast if there is a situation that needs handling.
Does the Secret Service wear armor?
For protective and investigative assignments agents use their standard issue weapon, handcuffs and radio to maintain contact with one another. They also are issued bullet-resistant vests.