Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the minimum standard of protection required for a bulletproof vest?
What is the minimum standard of protection required for a bulletproof vest?
- Ten layers of bullet-resistant material
- Twelve layers of bullet-resistant material
- Seven layers of bullet-resistant material (correct)
- Five layers of bullet-resistant material
What is the type of ammunition used to test the effectiveness of a bulletproof vest?
What is the type of ammunition used to test the effectiveness of a bulletproof vest?
- .45 caliber handgun
- .38 caliber handgun (correct)
- .50 caliber handgun
- 9mm caliber handgun
What is the penalty for possessing a bulletproof vest while committing a crime?
What is the penalty for possessing a bulletproof vest while committing a crime?
- Misdemeanor of the first degree
- Life imprisonment
- Felony of the third degree (correct)
- Felony of the second degree
Which of the following crimes is NOT mentioned in the statute?
Which of the following crimes is NOT mentioned in the statute?
What is the velocity at which the 158-grain lead ammunition is fired from a .38 caliber handgun?
What is the velocity at which the 158-grain lead ammunition is fired from a .38 caliber handgun?
What is the purpose of the statute?
What is the purpose of the statute?
What is the primary purpose of the definition of 'bulletproof vest' in this section?
What is the primary purpose of the definition of 'bulletproof vest' in this section?
What is a common characteristic of the crimes listed in the statute?
What is a common characteristic of the crimes listed in the statute?
What is the significance of the 'threat level I' standard?
What is the significance of the 'threat level I' standard?
What is the essential element of the crime of possessing a bulletproof vest while committing a crime?
What is the essential element of the crime of possessing a bulletproof vest while committing a crime?
What is the relationship between the possession of a bulletproof vest and the commission of a crime?
What is the relationship between the possession of a bulletproof vest and the commission of a crime?
What is the scope of application of the statute?
What is the scope of application of the statute?
Study Notes
Possession of Bulletproof Vest while Committing Certain Offenses
- A "bulletproof vest" is defined as a bullet-resistant soft body armor that provides at least a "threat level I" of protection, which means:
- A minimum of seven layers of bullet-resistant material
- Protection from three shots of 158-grain lead ammunition fired from a .38 caliber handgun at a velocity of 850 feet per second
Prohibited Possession of Bulletproof Vest
- It is illegal to possess a bulletproof vest while committing or attempting to commit certain crimes, including:
- Murder
- Sexual battery
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Arson
- Aggravated assault
- Aggravated battery
- Kidnapping
- Escape
- Breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony
- Criminal gang-related offense
- Controlled substance offense
- Aircraft piracy
- Possession of a bulletproof vest in the course of and in furtherance of any of these crimes is prohibited
Penalties for Violation
- Violating this section is a felony of the third degree
- Punishable according to s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084
Possession of Bulletproof Vest while Committing Certain Offenses
- A "bulletproof vest" is defined as a bullet-resistant soft body armor that provides at least a "threat level I" of protection, which means:
- A minimum of seven layers of bullet-resistant material
- Protection from three shots of 158-grain lead ammunition fired from a .38 caliber handgun at a velocity of 850 feet per second
Prohibited Possession of Bulletproof Vest
- It is illegal to possess a bulletproof vest while committing or attempting to commit certain crimes, including:
- Murder
- Sexual battery
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Arson
- Aggravated assault
- Aggravated battery
- Kidnapping
- Escape
- Breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony
- Criminal gang-related offense
- Controlled substance offense
- Aircraft piracy
- Possession of a bulletproof vest in the course of and in furtherance of any of these crimes is prohibited
Penalties for Violation
- Violating this section is a felony of the third degree
- Punishable according to s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Learn about the laws and regulations surrounding the possession of bulletproof vests, including definitions and prohibited possession scenarios.
