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Mail fraud is a type of fraud that involves using the United States Postal Service (USPS) or other mail services to defraud individuals or businesses. It is a federal crime in the United States and is punishable by law.
Mail fraud can take many forms, including:
- Phony lotteries or sweepstakes: Scammers send fake letters or emails claiming that you've won a prize or award, but you need to pay a fee to claim it.
- Investment scams: Fraudsters send fake investment opportunities or solicitations, promising high returns or guaranteed investments.
- Charity scams: Scammers send fake solicitations or letters claiming to be collecting donations for a charity or cause, but the money is actually going to the scammer.
- Phony business opportunities: Scammers send fake letters or emails claiming to offer a business opportunity or investment, but it's actually a scam.
- Identity theft: Scammers use the mail to send fake documents or letters to steal your identity or financial information.
To protect yourself from mail fraud, be cautious of:
- Unsolicited or unexpected mail or emails
- Requests for payment or personal information
- Offers that seem too good to be true
- Poor grammar or spelling in the mail or email
- No return address or a post office box as the return address
If you suspect you've received a fraudulent mail or email, do not respond or provide any personal information. Instead, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your local authorities.