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I happen to own a real, authentic DEA hat -- Rocky Mountain Division if you care.
I then played a game with these poor undercover saps. I said, "You see this hat? Yep -- it's supposed to be a joke --
But you see...it's the REAL DEAL -- they just don't hand these out. I had to give up some names. I'd tone it down a bit if I were you.
I had them thinking I was not even DEA, but beyond that -- DEEP cover.
Call me paranoid
It is a crime to falsely impersonate a police officer, a federal officer or employee, or any other public official.
What are the Penalties for Impersonating a Police Officer?
Depending on state law, impersonating a police officer may be considered either a felony or a misdemeanor. Punishments for impersonating a police officer include:
* Imprisonment up to five years (sometimes more)
* Fines (usually $1000 or more)
* Probation
* Permanent criminal record