Is Withholding mail illegal?

Is Withholding mail illegal?

Taking mail or concealing mail that is not intended for the individual in possession of the mail is considered theft and is punishable by law.

What can I do if someone refuses to give me my mail?

If you unintentionally open an envelope that is not addressed to you, it is best to write “return to sender” or “delivered to wrong address” by the person’s name who the envelope should be delivered to. By taking this action, the USPS will recognize the mistake and redeliver the letter to the correct person’s address.

How do I report someone for withholding mail?

Filing a Mail Theft Complaint. Report to the Postal Service by phone. You can call the U.S. Postal Service at 1-800-275-8777. Be prepared with your notes so that you can provide the person with relevant information.

Can someone legally hold your mail?

No, it isn’t legal. Tell her you will report her to the U.S. Post Office if she doesn’t give you your mail. She could be facing federal charges.

Can you sue someone for taking your mail?

For a successful lawsuit you need economic damages you can collect, or there is nothing for the court to award/do. Messing with the mail is a Federal offense and only the Federal authorities have jurisdiction over it.

Is holding mail a federal offense?

Yes. It is a federal crime to open or destroy mail that is not intended for you. The law provides that you can not “destroy, hide, open, or embezzle” mail that is not addressed to you. If you intentionally open or destroy someone else’s mail, you are committing obstruction of correspondence, which is a felony.

Can you sue someone for keeping your mail?

Can you sue someone for opening your mail?

You could sue for the value of the item and any damages to your property. It would probably cost more to sue the person than you would get out of it. You can call the local police or the postal inspector. Mail theft…

Can you sue someone for withholding your mail?

What is obstruction of correspondence?

18, U.S.C., 1702, makes it a Federal crime or offense for anyone to obstruct the delivery of mail by taking or removing it from the United States mails.

What happens if someone takes my mail?

One obstacle not mentioned in the motto is a mail thief, perhaps because when someone steals mail, the federal government steps in. Theft of mail is a federal crime, a felony that could result in prison time, the loss of the right to vote or hold public office, and significant fines.

Can you sue the Post Office for not delivering mail?

You can also file a claim for the lost/delayed mail. Or call the U.S. Postal Service Domestic & International Tracking department at (800) 222-1811. My mail was damaged. Contact your local Postal Service Consumer & Industry Contact office, or file a claim.

Can a landlord withhold your mail without permission?

Mail theft is theft, pure and simple. and when a landlord withholds your mail or disposes of it without your permission, he is committing a crime. Many laws and regulations apply to the manner in which landlords can treat the property of their tenants.

Is the postal service’s USO overdue for an update?

And the Postal Service’s USO is long overdue for updating and clarification, as you can see in our new white paper, Guiding Principles for a New Universal Service Obligation. In general, a USO is a collection of requirements that ensure everyone in the country receives a minimum level of mail service at a reasonable price.

What happens if someone steals your mail in Texas?

Taking mail or concealing mail that is not intended for the individual in possession of the mail is considered theft and is punishable by law. In fact, any theft of mail, regardless of the monetary value of the property, is a third-degree felony, punishable by fine, up to five years imprisonment, or both.