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The link previously shown in this answer has expired. Here is the new link:
https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov
The new link is not nearly as informative as the U.S. Post Office's link used to be.
Additionally, the previous answer discussed theft of mail, not opening someone else's mail. They are two different offenses. It is a federal offense to open someone else's mail (without permission), even for people in the same household. 18 U.S.C. s. 1702.
What else can I help you with?
Is it illegal for a parent to open a teens mail?
Yes, it is illegal for a parent to open mail addressed to their teenage child without permission. Mail tampering is a federal offense under the United States Code.
Is it a federal offense to threaten a postal mail carrier?
A post office worker or a postal mail carrier is a federal employee. It is a federal offense to threaten a postal worker.
Is withholding business mail a criminal offense?
The 'interception' of ANYONE's mail is a federal offense under US Postal Regulations.
Is obstruction of mail a felony?
Yes, obstruction of mail is a federal offense and can be charged as a felony.
Is it a federal offense to hold a tenants mail?
Yes, tampering, hiding, removing, or opening mail not addressed to you, before it is delivered to the intended addressee, is a federal crime.
Is it a federal offense to open the mail of an independent contractor that rents space?
the answer is yes it is a federal offense only the person who it is addressed to may open it
Is it a federal offense to open someone's mail that isn't postmarked?
Yes It is
Is it a federal offense to open someone else's mail at work?
Yes
Is check fraud a federal offense?
Yes, in the United States, check fraud is a federal offense. This goes for both wire fraud and mail fraud.
Can you open mail sent to your address but not addressed to you?
No, you may not. It is a federal offense to open someone else's mail.
What is the penalty for opening someone else's mail if your fifteen?
Tampering with someone else's mail is a federal offense.
What justifies mail tampering?
nothing can justify mail tampering. it is a strict federal offense and is punishable by law
