Code of Federal Regulations Title 39. Postal Service § 39.230.31 Definitions

(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.