Is Landlord responsible for package accidentally sent by previous

[Kevin Polite]

In the last year I've had 2 previous tenants inadvertently send packages to my rentals. The current tenants have been good about saving it after the old tenant called and inquired. I then call the current tenant and make arrangements for the old tenant to come pick it up.

The last time this happened the package wasn't out there when the current tenant said it would be. The old tenant threaten to call the police. What happened was the current tenant brought it in the house because it was raining that night and forgot to put it back out. We worked it out, but now my question is what is my responsibility if the current tenant says its not there or someone actually steals it?

I'm going to make sure when a tenant moves out that in my list of items for move-out I state we are not liable for any packages accidently sent and request they update all of their online shopping addresses.

[Theresa Harris]

Tell the current tenant to write on the box that the person has moved and there is no forwarding address or refuse delivery.  Then arrange for the delivery company to come back and pick it up.  

If the previous tenant calls you, tell them they need to check they put the correct address on it and you (or the current tenant) are not responsible.