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[Tortoise]

Thumper, you bring to mind another potential problem.

One of my prescriptions which I use on the trail is a DEA controlled 
substance.  If someone else opens a package addressed to me without my 
permission which contains this drug there could be additional legal 
ramifications. Especially so if I found this drug missing when I got my 
package. Other hikers are probably also using controlled substances or supplies
so at best the person (such as the Rainbow Cafe) would at best be in a very 
awkward position if the supplies were missing when the hiker got his package.

My refills of this drug is mailed to me by the VA and I have to sign for 
each such package; just the PO saying they delivered it to me is insufficient.

I am not a lawyer or in law enforcement so I can't comment further.

Tortoise

<>  Because truth matters.<>


On 04/17/11 17:17, dofdear at cox.net wrote:
> I'd be concerned with someone opening my package.  I repackage my meds into daily packets.  Some are OTC and others are prescription.  It could create a serious problem if my meds were removed and otherwise unavailable.  Yes, I do carry an extra weeks supply for emergency but the idea that I might need to wait for a restocking of what I needed is not good.  I think a package directed toward a hiker, regardless of who it was addressed to is an inappropriate invasion of privacy and should not be tolerated.  Just my 2 Cents,
>
> Dan C. aka Thumper
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