Would I be authorized to wear my OCPS when at home on leave?

PV2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 08:43:04 -0400

Would I be aloud to wear them for the 4th of July parade? Or is that a nogo?

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 24 at 2018 10:11 AM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 10:11:37 -0400

I know you are proud of your uniform, as you should be. Outside of a formal Army event that you are participating in that has been sanctioned by your command, keep the uniform wearing to a minimum. It draws unnecessary attention. These are some specific instances of where it is expressly prohibited:

k. Wearing Army uniforms is prohibited in the following situations:
(1) In connection with the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off duty civilian employment.
(2) When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public demonstrations, except as authorized by the first O–5 in the chain of command.
(3) When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist organization.
(4) When wearing the uniform would bring discredit upon the Army, as determined by the commander.
(5) When specifically prohibited by Army regulations.

It doesn't really apply to your situation, but I still wouldn't do it.

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 24 at 2018 7:51 PM

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 19:51:20 -0400

You earned it. Wear it if you want. BUT you cannot drink in uniform, or do political interviews, or anything that makes the Army look bad. Just wear a shirt that says Army and you will be way better off.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 24 at 2018 7:55 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 19:55:18 -0400

Mr. Jones's guidance is 100% correct and by the book. As a lower enlisted it can be difficult to know these specific rules and regulations by heart though. Nine times out of ten, you can typically make quick judgement by thinking "would my NCO chew me out for this? Would my PSG chew me out for this?" Etc. That's typically how I figure things out when I'm on the fence.

Response by SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 26 at 2018 8:00 AM

SFC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 08:00:14 -0400

Do not wear your OCP... If you wanted to wear a uniform have it be your ASU's, depending on the weather class B's. I have worn work uniform in parade before but that was a parade my whole unit was involved in so it was command directed. But your work uniform OCPS are not for formal events. If you feel the need you are authorized to wear your dress uniform (ASU's) to an event like a parade. Just remember you will stick out and its not always fun to stick out reason why I hate wearing uniform when I'm not on duty.

DS Hart

Response by SSgt Boyd Herrst made Nov 3 at 2018 7:23 PM

SSgt Boyd Herrst — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 19:23:21 -0400

Check the Army Regs/guidelines and make sure. It saves a lot of time.. and you will know for sure.. if you still have questions, ask!
That’s what all them people that wear the stripes should know..