Mystery Solved: Odd Laws New Jersey

In New Jersey, it’s illegal to wear a bulletproof vest while committing, attempting to commit, or fleeing the scene of robbery, manslaughter, burglary, kidnapping, criminal escape, or assault. It’s actually a second-degree offense all on it’s own to be wearing one, while committing or attempting to commit a first-degree crime.
The law began in 1983 and has even been expanded upon. Having possession of a bulletproof vest is considered a third-degree offense if an adult is convicted of a crime or a juvenile is convicted of a violent crime within the state of New Jersey. 

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