Finding lost property
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Money from the sale
Apart from the expenses of selling the goods, the original owner must be given the money from any sale if their address is known. However, after six years the owner cannot claim, or sue, for the money.
Lost goods
If you find goods that appear to be lost, then you can keep them as long as:
- You did not find the goods dishonestly or while trespassing
- You take care of the goods - you will be liable for any damage caused to the goods while they are in your care
- You did not find the goods on your employers' property
- The goods are lost, and not uncollected or abandoned, stolen or treasure
- You have taken reasonable steps to find the owner of the goods
- The goods were found not attached to anything on land where the occupier does not exercise much control. This could include an air terminal lounge, public part of a shop, or recreation ground
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