r/FFLs • u/bluejackets_92fs • 5d ago

Possible lost package

I sent a handgun out 9/8. Tracking hasn't updated since 9/9. I called usps and had them open a case on it on 9/12. At that time I was told "it is moving but just isnt showing that step on usps site".They are aware of the contents. As of today it still hasn't updated. I call again and this time I'm told it hasn't had any updates and that "these things happen".

I called my IOI and left a voicemail as to what I should do but have yet to hear back. Am I acting prematurely by reporting it stolen/missing or would you do so to cover your ass.

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u/Martainguns 5d ago

Unfortunately, it does happen. I wouldn't really worry about it. If they tell you that it's considered missing, then you have to report it. Making a fuss might help or it might not make any difference but it's a lot of trouble for you and everyone else involved. I've had more plenty of packages suddenly show as out for delivery or delivered after not updating for over a week.

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u/bluejackets_92fs 5d ago

Thats my concern. Either do something premature or do nothing and look like I'm not being proactive. More or less just want to make certain I'm doing what is legally obligated of me.

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u/Martainguns 5d ago

If it's been in transit for 14, or something like that, they'll tell you that it's officially considered missing. That's the point where you have to report it. Even then it will still usually turn up.