The Vest is Sacred
When a member of the Hells Angels gets arrested, they hand their vest off to another member for safekeeping. If a member loses their vest through means that they could have prevented, they will be removed from the Hells Angels. We're serious, and that person might disappear forever.
Not Just Anyone Can Start a Charter
Joining the Hells Angels is difficult, so naturally starting a chapter of the Hells Angels is even more difficult. In order to start your own branch of the Hells Angels, you need to be asked by a senior member. You cannot ask to start your own charter, as stated on the Hells Angels website.