How to Return Mail That Is Not Yours

 

how to return mail that is not yours

Getting mail that is not yours is not only annoying, but it can also be very costly.

If you receive a letter that is not yours, there are a few things you can do to get it back to the right person or company. The first thing you should do is write a note on it saying “Refused,” or something similar, and put it in your mailbox.

You can also drop it in a blue USPS collection box around your area and leave it there for a worker from the post office to collect. They will redeliver it to the correct address the next time the mail carrier goes around.

Then, make sure to erect a red flag in your mailbox so that the mail carrier can pick it up the next time they go to your home for delivery. This will ensure that the mail stays in your neighborhood and will not be delivered to someone else.

Opening or throwing away mail that is not yours is illegal and could land you in trouble with the law. It is considered tampering with mail and can result in a fine or jail sentence. Moreover, it can also prevent the mail from being delivered to its intended recipient.


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