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The law does not declare misdelivered merchandise to be a "free gift" like unordered merchandise. In fact, the code states: "Whoever, without authority, opens,
by kbutler 10y ago
The law does not declare misdelivered merchandise to be a "free gift" like unordered merchandise.
In fact, the code states: "Whoever, without authority, opens, or destroys any mail or package of newspapers not directed to him, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than one year, or both." 18 USC 1703
- devb 10y agoDoes this apply only to USPS deliveries, or are private shippers like UPS, FedEx, etc. included?
- lightedman 10y agoThat would depend entirely upon the legal definition of mail.
- colejohnson66 10y agoSo you don't have to return it, but you can't open it?