18 U.S.C. § 1341

18 U.S.C. § 1341 is a federal law that prohibits mail fraud. It makes it illegal to use the postal service, or any mail carrier, to intentionally deceive someone for personal gain or to cause them harm. This includes using false information or schemes to trick individuals or businesses into giving up money or property. The law aims to protect people from fraud that exploits the trust and reliability of the mail system. Violating this law can lead to severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment.