Uniforms of Carriers.
The Postmaster General may prescribe a uniform dress to be worn by letter carriers, and any person not connected with the letter carrier branch of the Postal Service who shall wear the uniform which may be prescribed shall for every such offense be punishable by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars, or by imprisonment for not more than six months, or both.
Letter carriers and substitutes must procure uniforms at their own expense. Postmasters will advise and assist them in obtaining well-fitting suits of the prescribed material and at the best terms.
Uniforms made according to the following specifications must be worn by all letter carriers: