tanner@ki4pv.uucp (Dr. T. Andrews) (02/12/90)
With Re: that moderator note saying that mis-use of business reply
mail is a violation of postal regulations, I would say a few words.
First: I obtained a copy of the regulations from the local post office
when I expressed interest in dealing with business reply mail. There
is no mention that such use is against regulations. A verifiable
citation of the relevant regulations would be appreciated.
Second: while you are (at least effectively; see a lawyer) free to
mis-use Business Reply Mail, there are limits on what it accomplishes.
In particular, the Post Office is NOT obligated to deliver "bricks
for Jerry" or other large objects unless the business reply form says
"Business Reply Label" (note that last word: that's the thing that is
checked). Delivery fails if the intended recipient refuses to pay
for the shipment, and he is entitled to refuse without penalty.
Third: It is also possible for the recipient to restrict in advance
use of business reply forms by weight: if the item is endorsed for
weight up to <n>, the post office doesn't have to even attempt
delivery of overweight items.
Special endorsements on labels also appear possible, to request a
lower class of service for certain merchandise returns.
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