Returning Lost Books

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Question

Books were found in a car, and it is unknown whose they are. What should be done?

Answer

Record the details for yourself until Elijah comes. If these are common books, you may use them, and when Elijah comes, you will pay their value.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 267 and commentaries

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