Does FedEx check package contents?
FedEx does not x-ray all packages.
To do so would be very expensive and time-consuming. FedEx may x-ray suspicious-looking packages or packages on a random basis at some facilities. FedEx does not disclose its security practices in order to prevent customers from circumventing those practices.
The courier will report the sender to the authorities.
What happens is, if UPS or other company find drugs in your package, or even other prohibited and illegal items, they will report you to the police.
Once the postal inspector receives the suspected mail, they will attempt to contact the sender or recipient and, if unsuccessful, scan it as “seized by law enforcement.” The scan is visible in the Postal Service's tracking system to the sender and recipient as well as postal personnel.
Mail may be flagged if the letter or package is stained or is leaking. According to a USPS brochure, reused packaging and boxes are only acceptable when all markings and labels are removed or completely marked out.
FedEx employees are subjected to urine and saliva drug testing. Saliva tests are more easily passed than urine tests, which is why they are more accurate. Candidates for the examinations are rigorously scrutinized during the testing process.
Illegal to Send Drugs Through the Mail
Postal inspectors can screen packages to check for drugs like marijuana and other substances. Some people may attempt to send drugs through the mail because they believe the Fourth Amendment protects them from having their packages searched.
If the recipient was aware that the package contained illicit substances, then they are considered just as guilty as the person who mailed it. In some cases, the recipient can even get charged with drug trafficking in both the state the drugs were mailed from, as well as from the state in which it was received.
At LEAST 10 years of imprisonment, and up to a 10 Million dollar fine (for first offense). At LEAST 20 years of imprisonment, and up to a 20 Millon dollar fine (for second offense). Other penalties depending on drug type and quantity transported.
Sending controlled substances through the mail (without a license) is illegal. Whether you send drugs or another banned substance through the U.S. postal system or a private carrier, it is always illegal.
Common Characteristics of Suspicious Packages
Package or envelope with suspicious leaks, stains, or powdered substances. Package is rigid, bulky, or has excessive tape/string. Poor handwriting, misspellings, improperly addressed. Excessive postage, no postage, or no/strange return address.
What happens when FedEx seizes a package?
If FedEx or UPS discovers money or U.S. Currency in the package, then they will contact law enforcement who might seize the package for forfeiture. If your package was seized, a state or federal law enforcement officer might knock on your door during an investigation. You are not required to make a statement.
Typically the carrier does not detect it (the shipper is the one who sends the package). If there is any suspicion, they will contact the appropriate law enforcement agency and they will handle it.
Common warning signs of mail, text or online scams
Unexpected requests for money in return for delivery of a package, often with a sense of urgency. Requests for personal and/or financial information. Links to misspelled or slightly altered website addresses (fedx.com, fed-ex.com, etc.)
Foreign postmarks and excessive amounts of postage should be a red flag this package might contain something harmful. Check for stains on the package. If you see stains, discoloration or crystallization on the wrapper, this could be evidence of a chemical or biological hazard inside.
We only flag addresses if we feel there is something suspicious going on. IE multiple names to 1 address, packages sent to abandoned houses, illegal packages being shipped or picked up. Once a report is issued, we just do an internal investigation to verify the people, valid addresses, or shipment.
Yes they are, if they suspect a package has, drugs, or cigarettes, or ant other types of contraband, they have to open the package, and inform the relevant agency, who will pick up the package, and continue investigations, if it is contraband of any type the addressee is interviewed under caution, the package is ...
Packages are scanned at various points between pickup and delivery. The frequency of scans varies, and it's not unusual for a shipment to go more than 24 hours without an update while it's on its way to the final destination. This is especially true during periods of long travel.
How are shipments checked? For truck shipments, cargo carriers train employees to look for suspicious behavior, including anything that looks odd about the package, or a shipper who buys too much insurance for what he says is in the box, Cohen said.
No, customs officers will not open up your package or packages without good reason. Every package is put through a scanner machine, or an x-ray machine, to verify that the items you are shipping match your customs forms.
