Throwing away mail federal offense

I think there may be some confusion here!

Throwing away mail is not typically considered a federal offense in the United States. However, there are some specific circumstances where it could be illegal or considered a violation of postal regulations.

Here are a few examples:

1. Destroying or tampering with mail: Under 18 U.S.C. § 1702, it is a federal offense to destroy, mutilate, or conceal mail with the intent to obstruct the delivery of mail or to defraud the United States. This could include intentionally destroying or tampering with mail, such as opening packages or letters and then discarding them.
2. Obstructing the delivery of mail: Under 18 U.S.C. § 1701, it is a federal offense to obstruct the delivery of mail by intentionally preventing or attempting to prevent the delivery of mail to a person or organization.
3. Mail fraud: Under 18 U.S.C. § 1341, it is a federal offense to use the mail to commit fraud, including schemes to defraud or obtain money or property by false pretenses.

However, simply throwing away mail that is not intended for you or is not relevant to your life is not typically illegal. If you receive mail that is not intended for you, you can simply discard it or return it to the sender if you know who they are.

It's worth noting that the United States Postal Service (USPS) has rules and regulations regarding the handling and disposal of mail, including requirements for mail carriers and businesses that handle mail. However, these regulations are generally aimed at ensuring the efficient and secure delivery of mail, rather than criminalizing the disposal of unwanted mail.