Mail Tampering During Divorce

Summary

Opening or destroying someone elses mail is illegal under federal law, even in community property situations in California. Report mail tampering to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and inform your divorce attorney to address it in your divorce proceedings. You can also report the issue to the police for further assistance.

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is it legal for my soon to be ex-wife. We are in the process of getting a divorce. Is it legal for her to open my mail or destroy it or give me only what she wants to give me because she is staying at the Home where we both lived at. I moved out when the divorce started and she stayed, but she is receiving my mail still and destroying it or not letting me see it important pieces that I need for the case and other legal issues.
Opening or destroying someone else's mail is illegal under federal law in the United States. Here are some key points:
- Federal Law: It is a federal offense to open or destroy mail addressed to someone else.
- Legal Consequences: This can result in fines or imprisonment.
- Divorce Proceedings: You can bring this issue to the court's attention, as it impacts your case.
Would you like information on how to report this or address it in your divorce proceedings?
is it still illegal if she is staying at my house that is under my name even though we are getting a divorce because her lawyer said that it was legal because it is community property supposedly and she’s opening mail at community property property
In ****, even though property may be considered community property, it is still illegal to open or destroy someone else's mail. Federal law supersedes state laws on this matter.
Would you like information on how to report this or address it in your divorce proceedings?
Yes
You can report your ex-wife's actions to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Additionally, inform your divorce attorney about this issue so they can address it in your divorce proceedings. They can request the court to enforce mail regulations and possibly obtain an order to prevent her from tampering with your mail.
Would you like the contact details for the U.S. Postal Inspection Service or further guidance on how to proceed with your case?
Yes

U.S. Postal Inspection Service


Phone: *-*-*-*
Website: www.uspis.gov

It's important to report the mail tampering to them and inform your divorce attorney to address it in your proceedings.
Would you like any further assistance or information regarding your case?
should I report this to the police? Should I make a police report about this?
Yes, you should report this to the police. Mail tampering is a federal offense, and local law enforcement can assist you with this issue as well. Make sure to provide all relevant information and evidence regarding the mail tampering. Also, continue to keep your divorce attorney informed.
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