LA County Jail Denim Work Jacket

LA County Jail Denim Work Jacket

Private collection

Collection

American Prison System · Uniforms

Origin

LA County Jail
Los Angeles, California, USA

Year

1990s

Association

Worn by an inmate incarcerated at LA County Jail

Description

Heavyweight blue denim jail-issued work jacket from the Los Angeles County Jail system. Constructed in a durable chore coat-style design with snap-button front closure, multiple utility pockets, and insulated lining for cold-weather use. Stenciled “LA COUNTY JAIL” markings appear on both the chest and back. A functional institutional garment worn by inmates for work assignments and outdoor movement within the jail system.

LA County Jail Denim Work Jacket

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