Are Postal Money Orders Anonymous?
The USPS allows for picking up a refund, in the form of a postal money order you can address to yourself and cash immediately, at any post office. Western Union and MoneyGram mail refunds after an inquiry concludes. If your money order was fraudulently cashed by a person who was not the intended recipient, obtaining a refund becomes more difficult.
What happens when a money order is not cashed?
After about 30 days, the issuer typically sends a copy of the endorsed money order (showing who cashed or deposited it, and when) or a notice that the money order has not yet been cashed. If the money order is still outstanding, you may have the option to cancel it and get a refund.
