The long-awaited outer carrier vests for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police patrol officers are finally here.

The outer carrier vests are at the center of controversy back in Charlotte. Right now, they’re only worn by CMPD bicycle officers and others in specialized units.

While Bokhari maintained the outer carrier vests were popular with the rank-and-file, Jennings was hesitant because in part of their militarized look.

Councilmember Bokhari initially wanted another $500,000 for outer carrier vests.

Chief vs City: The intense debate over outer carrier vests also prompted CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings to consider legal action against the city, Channel 9 previously reported citing sources.

What’s appropriate? For years, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in North Carolina had a policy that restricted patrol officers from wearing outer carrier vests.

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