Finders
/ˈfaɪndərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Persons who discover lost or unclaimed property, potentially entitled to possessory rights against all but the true owner.
The finders of the lost wallet may have a claim to keep it if the owner cannot be identified.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'finders' often refers to individuals who locate lost goods and may acquire certain possessory rights; precise rights vary by jurisdiction and circumstances.
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