Stealing mail is a criminal offence in Australia. There are
significant penalties including gaol sentences and fines.
Mail theft in Australia is a serious offence. This is because it
is often a precursor to fraud and identity theft.
If you are charged with stealing mail, you should speak to an
experienced criminal defence lawyer as soon as possible.
What is the Offence of Stealing Mail?
Stealing mail is taking letters, mailbags, delivery vehicles or
causing mail to be delivered to the wrong address.
You can also be charged with similar offences such as tampering
with mail, sending fraudulent letters by post, using a forged
postal stamp and assaulting or committing an offence against an
Australian postal worker.
