Zach:
After the SECOND time my electric service was shut off [about 18 years back] due to kids checking mail, and 'losing' some of it between mailbox and front door, I got a box at the post office. Was a hassle to go get my mail, but I never got surprised again. Threats of grevious harm to those that lost mail had no effect beyond the next day.
Now, to re-rail this thread, I will be buying some ammo on the way home toady.