Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 51.7 — Passport Property Of The U.s. Government
22 C.F.R. § 51.7
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(a) A passport at all times remains the property of the United States and must be returned to the U.S. Government upon demand.
(b) Law enforcement authorities who take possession of a passport for use in an investigation or prosecution must return the passport to the Department on completion of the investigation and/or prosecution.
Authorizing Statute
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Information concerning resident status26 U.S.C. § 6039E
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Duties of Secretary42 U.S.C. § 652
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Fees and charges for Government services and things of value31 U.S.C. § 9701
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Surcharges related to consular services8 U.S.C. § 1714
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Powers and duties of Secretary of State8 U.S.C. § 1104
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Travel control of citizens and aliens8 U.S.C. § 1185
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Authority to grant, issue, and verify passports22 U.S.C. § 211a