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Placing tape here can affect the signature section of the box signed by the recipient.  \nSection 1  \nSection 2 Figure 2  \n• Please complete sections 1, 2, and 3. These sections are outlined in Figure 2.  \n• For section 2, the article number label can be found on the tracking label, as shown in the graphics below, a visual of this label can also be found in Figures 3 & 4.  \n• Please DO NOT restrict articles of mail to business. Restricted Deliveries are to be addressed to SPECIFIC individuals.  \nCertified Mail Preparation  \nThis article number label goes in section 2 on the return receipt.  \nFigure 3  \nCertified Sticker  \nCertified Mail Receipt  \nPlease complete this  \nsection.  \n• When completing the Certifies Mail Receipt, (Figure 3), please be sure to include the return SHS number and senders name. This can be written in the “postmark” section or you may write it on the back or place a label on the back.  \n• Failure to provide SHS number & sender information will result in the loss of this receipt.  \nCertified Mail Preparation  \nProperly Prepared Certified Envelope  \nArticle Tracking Number  \n\n| State of Maine Postal Services\u003Cbr>88 SHS\u003Cbr>Augusta, ME 04333-0088 | |\n| --- | --- |\n| John Smith\u003Cbr>123 State Postal Dr. Augusta, ME 04330\u003Cbr>FRONT SIDE Figure 4 |  |\n| \u003Cbr>Section 2\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Article Tracking Number\u003Cbr>REVERSE SIDE\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Section 3\u003Cbr>Figure 5\u003Cbr>|  |\n\nCertified Mail Preparation  \nAdditional Helpful Hints for Certified Mail Be Sure:  \n• Use a \\#10 envelope or larger  \n• You have your return address on your envelope  \n• Place the certified sticker on the FRONT of the envelope just to the right of the return address and fold on top of the envelope on the dotted line.  \n• Address the PS 3811 green properly  \n• Put the article number on the PS 3811; use the sticker on the certified PS 3800 form  \n• Check the appropriate service type.  \n• Please make sure to properly notate on the meter card that this is certified, certified  \nrestricted delivery, or electronic return receipt. If you have questions or concerns regarding this, please call or email our office.  \nDo Not:  \n• Use a small envelope  \n• Put the bar code on the envelope upside down  \n• Place the barcode in the location where the meter tape is placed or cover the barcode with a meter strip or postage  \n• Select Restricted Delivery unless you are seeking restricted delivery. The cost difference is significant.  \n• Select “Restricted Delivery” when the addressee is a business  \nCertified Mail Preparation  \n3.2.1 PS Form 3800  \nCertified Mail must bear the barcoded green label part of the Form 3800 (see forms at [http://pe.usps.com](http://pe.usps.com/)[/](http://pe.usps.com/)), or anon-barcoded green Label 3800-N when a mailer-generated shipping label bearing an IMpb, under 204.2.0, is also affixed on the same mail piece. Mailers must place the applicable label above the delivery address and to the right of the return address, or to the left of the delivery address on parcels. A mailer of Certified Mail must:  \na. On PS Form 3800, enter the name and complete address of the person or firm to whom the mail is addressed.  \nb. If a return receipt is requested, enter the fee on the mailing receipt. Endorse the mail, near the Certified Mail endorsement on the address side of the mail piece,“Return Receipt Requested.” Enter the Certified Mail number on the return receipt card and address it to the intended recipient on thereverse of the return receipt to show where the receipt is to be sent (this does not have to match thesender’s name","cbCaiuyJIyICWiRY","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiuyJIyICWiRY","pdf",162564,"English","# Certified Return Receipt\n## Certified Mail Preparation\n## Properly Prepared Certified Envelope\n## Additional Helpful Hints\n## USPS Form 3800 and Restricted Delivery Standards","[{\"question\":\"How should the “Return Receipt” portion be attached to the envelope?\",\"answer\":\"Affix the completed “Return Receipt” portion to the back of the envelope using the adhesive strips provided.\"},{\"question\":\"What should be avoided when using tape on a return receipt card?\",\"answer\":\"Avoid putting tape over the serrated edges where the card detaches from the adhesive strips, since it can affect the signature section.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the requirements for Certified Mail restricted delivery?\",\"answer\":\"Restricted Delivery directs delivery only to the addressee (or authorized agent), and the addressee must be a specified individual. 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