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39 CFR §230.31

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The following definitions apply to this subpart:
  1. (a)Apparent. That which is clear, plain, and evident.
  2. (b)Owner. The person recognized by the law as having ultimate control over and the right to use property.
  3. (c)Claimant. A person who submits a claim for abandoned or other unclaimed property.
  4. (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.