im 18 by the way.
how about if i was under 18? does the same thing apply or do parents have a right to open their kids mail?
2007-01-02 08:01:29 · 23 answers · asked by none 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
move out of the house?? im still in high school people!!
alright chill my parents dont read my mail i was just curious!!
2007-01-02 08:10:12 · update #1
You are 18 and you are an adult. Reading someone else's mail is a Federal Offense and against the law. This is more than just invasion of privacy. But yes, this is invasion of privacy!
2007-01-02 08:09:44 · answer #1 · answered by Erica, AKA Stretch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a tough question. There are different ways to answer it. My Granddaughter stayed with us for a while, she is 16 and acting 22. She and her parents are having trouble due to her wanting her own space to do as she pleases however, she has been in trouble as well and dating guys that are 20. She was on line in a chat room on my computer. I was very curious as to what she was saying and very tempted to sneak a peek.It is an invasion of privacy and I did not look. In my opinion, if your parents look because they are concerned about the type of people you hang with and want to help keep you out of trouble that is the only reason they should look But if they do it just because they are nosy that is wrong. With my Granddaughter, I am worried, she lies about who she sees and where she goes. Like I said she is 16 and you are 18. There is a big difference there. A lot of the age difference depends on maturity. It does not matter if you are living with your parents and it does not matter why they look it is still an invasion. The reason they look can make for a good argument and I understand a parent wanting to look to make sure all is well but that does not make it right.
2007-01-02 08:19:58 · answer #2 · answered by Shadow's pal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NOBODY has the right to open your mail - it's the law. If you are under 18 and living at home though, I would say that it IS somewhat their business if you may be getting yourself into financial or legal or some other trouble or if your health or welfare could be compromised.
I mean, if you want to push your parents, mention that it's breaking the law (tampering with the US mail). That will make them angry and hust and you probably don't need that.
2007-01-02 08:07:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The right to privacy comes with independence and responsibility. The price of having parents who will support you is that they will take actions they believe are in your best interests, such as opening your mail to make sure you are not getting into any serious financial, legal, or other troubles.
2007-01-02 08:51:52 · answer #4 · answered by waefijfaewfew 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes legally it is, but as long as you live under there roof you have a tendency of living by there rules, and generally what they say usually goes, even if it is an invasion of your privacy,
2016-03-29 04:52:57 · answer #5 · answered by Geraldine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. if you are living in there house you are a Resident. The Owner of the house can look at or search through anything they choose to. US Postal may b e different, but as I understand most laws, The Owner of a Property has the first and last word on anything that comes onto thier property.
2007-01-02 08:13:30 · answer #6 · answered by Yawn Gnome 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if you're an adult is it illegal.
And if you're living under their roof, or going to school under their dime, or they still claim you on their taxes, you're still considered a dependent even if you're over 18 (up to the age of 25).
Which means until you become a real person, they can do whatever they want.
2007-01-02 08:33:20 · answer #7 · answered by Tricia 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In reality, people are not supposed to be reading other people's mail. When someone does it is either because they have a reason not to trust someone, fear they may be in trouble, just plain nosy, etc. Really should not be reading your mail, but ya know...my mother did it to my younger brother for years.
2007-01-02 08:15:16 · answer #8 · answered by Sunidaze 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are living under their roof, enjoying their home, their food, their utilities, and probably their internet connection, right?
If you want privacy, move out and start paying your own bills. Until then, you may legally be an adult, but don't expect to be treated like one.
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2007-01-02 08:04:14 · answer #9 · answered by FozzieBear 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion it's an invasion of privacy either way. Plus it's against federal law unless you are a minor and they are your legal guardians. If you are an adult it's illegal.
2007-01-02 08:24:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋