§ 230.31. Definitions.
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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.