In which court decision did the U.S.Supreme Court uphold the right of police agencies to regulate the physical appearance of their officers?

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In Kelley v. Johnson, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the right of police agencies to regulate the physical appearance of their officers, including hairstyles and facial hair. This case specifically dealt with a police officer who sued his department for violating his Constitutional rights by requiring him to shave his beard. The court ruled that the department's regulations on appearance were necessary for their legitimate interest in presenting a professional and uniform image.

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