What does not protected veteran mean?

A "not protected veteran" refers to individuals who do not fall under the categories of veterans protected by laws such as the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) or other similar regulations. This designation typically includes veterans who do not have a service-connected disability or those who served in the military but do not meet the specific criteria for protection against discrimination in employment or other areas. Consequently, they may not receive the same legal protections and benefits afforded to protected veterans.