If what you say is true, then why is anyone [ former or current ] who is associated with law enforcement prohibited from joining? This prohibition is enforced with in depth background checks for any 'prospect'.
HA's have long been associated with criminal enterprise including drug trafficking, protection, and stolen property. They are different from the Gypsy Jokers, Banditos and other 1% ers only in that they have been PR with their 'toy rides' etc.
It's Bandido, not bandito.