January 28, 2010
Ruling assailed allowing felons to have armor
A state appellate court decision allowing violent felons to possess body armor has touched off a firestorm in law enforcement, legal and legislative circles.
The ruling could set up a showdown before the state Supreme Court and puts once-overlooked legislation sponsored by the San Diego County District Attorney's Office in the spotlight.
Authorities and lawmakers argue that the armor gives convicts unnecessary protection during gun battles with police…
LINK - SignOnSanDiego. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
