Official post office policy regarding.........

Old Fart · Saturday at 6:35 PM

I've learned an RCA was arrested for domestic violence and taken to jail. The RCA informed the supervisor they weren't able to come to work and would let them know when they were available. Nothing about the incident or what their situation is. Supe asked no questions at that time. RCA had a couple years working at USPS, no prior discipline I've been told.

What is post office policy?

What is typically done? What can be done?

I have no experience in this area or heard of such in the post office. Give me the rundown. I have no vested interest in this, just looking for information and knowledge. Thanks!

jaymacgthree · 2026-09-06T11:57:26-0500

Nothing unless it affects works. Arrests don't prove guilt anyway. Be skeptical of second hand info. If you're a nice person you can offer support, otherwise in such circumstances it's best to MYOB.

RammerJammer · 2026-09-06T12:47:03-0500

What happens in Vegas…

Old Fart · 2026-09-06T13:39:41-0500

I was called by RCA from police car at 4 am since RCA couldn't get hold of supe and was scheduled that day. I relayed message to supe who told me RCA had contacted them just a short time ago.

As stated, no vested interest. I was just curious as I'd never encountered this. Didn't know if there was policy requiring disclosure or not.

My typical response to an RCA if I don't know the answer is to call the union.

Gotrope · 2026-09-06T14:27:46-0500

PPO( personal protective orders) generally only cover the likely localities of the victim. home, school, grocery store, work. unless the RCA is forbidden from delivering to an affected address or school, nothing happens unless convicted. a DV can lead to employment issues for LEOs but not generally for carriers unless the employee harmed another employee or the order restrictions involve delivery territory. USPS can make arrangements for other carrier to deliver restricted area but- they don't have to which can lead to employment issues of non compliance for PPO and job duties.

it's an easy way to remove a problem employee by not working with others to divert delivery tasks.

if they are smart, they don't go with a PD lawyer.

btw, I've had grievants not allowed to carry dog spray from a DV conviction. it did affect their employment.

btw, this is making an assumption the charge is not a felony. then, your employment is absolutely at risk and why you get a real attorney.

neciat · 2026-09-06T15:00:38-0500

There is this from The ELM .

665.16

Employees are expected to conduct themselves during and outside of working hours in a manner that reflects favorably upon the Postal Service. Although it is not the policy of the Postal Service to interfere with the private lives of employees, it does require that postal employees be honest, reliable, trustworthy, courteous, and of good character and reputation. The Federal Standards of Ethical Conduct referenced in 662.1 also contain regulations governing the off–duty behavior of postal employees. Employees must not engage in criminal, dishonest, notoriously disgraceful, immoral, or other conduct prejudicial to the Postal Service. Conviction for a violation of any criminal statute may be grounds for disciplinary action against an employee, including removal of the employee, in addition to any other penalty imposed pursuant to statute.

Old Fart · 2026-09-06T22:02:55-0500

Gotrope said:
PPO( personal protective orders) generally only cover the likely localities of the victim. home, school, grocery store, work. unless the RCA is forbidden from delivering to an affected address or school, nothing happens unless convicted. a DV can lead to employment issues for LEOs but not generally for carriers unless the employee harmed another employee or the order restrictions involve delivery territory. USPS can make arrangements for other carrier to deliver restricted area but- they don't have to which can lead to employment issues of non compliance for PPO and job duties.
it's an easy way to remove a problem employee by not working with others to divert delivery tasks.
if they are smart, they don't go with a PD lawyer.

btw, I've had grievants not allowed to carry dog spray from a DV conviction. it did affect their employment.

btw, this is making an assumption the charge is not a felony. then, your employment is absolutely at risk and why you get a real attorney

Excellent advice. If i see the RCA I will pass along. My only role was to take the phone call and pass to the supervisor. I have no other material facts regarding the incident besides what I disclosed here.

Old Fart · 2026-09-06T22:04:30-0500

neciat said:
There is this from The ELM .

665.16

Employees are expected to conduct themselves during and outside of working hours in a manner that reflects favorably upon the Postal Service. Although it is not the policy of the Postal Service to interfere with the private lives of employees, it does require that postal employees be honest, reliable, trustworthy, courteous, and of good character and reputation. The Federal Standards of Ethical Conduct referenced in 662.1 also contain regulations governing the off–duty behavior of postal employees. Employees must not engage in criminal, dishonest, notoriously disgraceful, immoral, or other conduct prejudicial to the Postal Service. Conviction for a violation of any criminal statute may be grounds for disciplinary action against an employee, including removal of the employee, in addition to any other penalty imposed pursuant to statute.

Thank you, excellent as always. I'll pass this to the RCA for their understanding. I don't know any specifics as I only took a call to pass to the supervisor.