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39 CFR 230.31: Definitions.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 39—Postal Service
- CHAPTER I—UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
- SUBCHAPTER D—ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION
- PART 230—OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL
- Subpart C—Rules of Procedure Relating to the Disposition of Stolen Mail Matter and Property Acquired by the Office Of Inspector General for Use as Evidence
The following definitions apply to this subpart:
(a) Apparent. That which is clear, plain, and evident.
(b) Owner. The person recognized by the law as having ultimate control over and the right to use property.
(c) Claimant. A person who submits a claim for abandoned or other unclaimed property.
(d) Ruling official. The official who has the authority to grant or deny a claim for abandoned or other unclaimed property, typically the Executive Special Agent in Charge of the Area Field Office where the property is located, or a designee.
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