is it legal to wear.a bulletproof vest in ny
In New York, any adult can purchase and use a bulletproof vest, unless that adult has been convicted of a felony. Bulletproof vests and all other body armor can be purchased online or face-to-face.
In turn, it is also legal to sell bulletproof vests and other types of body armor to anyone in the US. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ascertain whether he is legally able to purchase and use body armor. This responsibility does not fall on the shoulders of the retailer.