Fed Ex and UPS are private shippers they can make there own rules. Early 2000's is when we started paying for overnight and second day because of theft through THEIR EMPLOYEES!
Yes they can, but it's still not illegal.
Old Guy - I wish you all the luck in the world and hope you never have a lost or damaged package. Even if you insure it they can deny your claim for a rules violation. My gunsmith is dealing with another loss right now after shipping a firearm using Pirate Ship. Their rules state NO SHIPPING FIREARMS. They won't initiate an investigation and told him they will deny any claims he files.
