Which statement correctly describes the offense of Unlawful Possession of Metal or Body Armor by a Felon?

• A. A person who has been convicted of a felony commits an offense if after conviction the person possesses metal or body armor.
• B. A person who possesses metal armor without any felony conviction.
• C. A felon who is not currently in possession of armor commits an offense.
• D. Any person who possesses armor regardless of felon status.

Answer: (A)

The key concept is that this offense targets someone who has already been convicted of a felony and who, after that conviction, possesses metal or body armor. The crime hinges on two elements: a prior felony conviction and possession of armor after that conviction. No intent to use the armor is required, and possession alone is enough to violate the statute. The offense does not apply to someone without a felony conviction, nor does it punish someone who isn’t in possession after a felony has been incurred. So the best description is: a felon commits the offense if, after their felony conviction, they possess metal or body armor. For example, a felon who keeps a bulletproof vest after being convicted would be committing this offense.