# 39 CFR § 230.31: Definitions

> Federal · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.31

## Section

- **Citation:** 39 CFR § 230.31
- **Heading:** Definitions
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** 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

## Text

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.

## Nearby sections

- [39 CFR § 230.1 § 230.1 Establishment and authority.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.1.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.2 § 230.2 Access to information and other responsibilities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.2.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.3 § 230.3 Cooperation with the Office of Inspector General.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.3.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.4 § 230.4 Arrest and investigative powers of criminal investigators.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.4.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.5 § 230.5 Release of information.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.5.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.6 § 230.6 Contractor requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.6.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.10 § 230.10 Demands for records or testimony.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.10.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.30 § 230.30 Scope.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.30.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.31 § 230.31 Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.31.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.32 § 230.32 Disposition of property of apparent owners where property is valued over $200.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.32.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.33 § 230.33 Disposition of property of apparent owners where property is valued at $200 or less.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.33.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.34 § 230.34 Disposition of property of unknown owners where property is valued over $200.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.34.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.35 § 230.35 Disposition of property of unknown owners where property is valued at $200 or less.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.35.md)
- [39 CFR § 230.36 § 230.36 Contraband and property subject to court order.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-39-230.36.md)

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