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Should I sue my landlord if he received a package addressed to me and she opened it and went through it?
Asked on Feb 06th, 2014 on Landlord and Tenant Law - Nevada
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Is there a case there? Should I follow through with charges?
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Report her to the Post Office. That is a federal offense.
Answered on Feb 12th, 2014 at 4:38 AM
Interfering with the U.S mails is a Federal criminal offense, but as to a civil suit what damages have you suffered? To have a successful civil suit you must show damages.
Answered on Feb 12th, 2014 at 4:37 AM
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You could sue but what are your damages?Report him to the post office.
Answered on Feb 12th, 2014 at 4:36 AM
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If the landlord opened a package addressed to you, then he very well may have committed a crime. If it was sent through the US Postal Service, you should contact the US Postal Inspector's office to see what should be done to press charges. If it was shipped through UPS or Fed Ex, or some other service you should contact your local authorities, or perhaps the FBI. Keep in mind, however, if you do pursue this, your lease will likely not be renewed.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2014 at 4:45 PM
To successfully sue him, you would need to prove how you were damaged. But, he probably violated federal and state criminal laws. You may want to file a report with federal, postal and state authorities. I suggest that you talk to the local post office first.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2014 at 4:37 PM