Brian discovers a boat adrift, and retrieves and anchors it. The boat features a number on its side and other evidence pointing to its owner, Celia. This is
A) an involuntary bailment.
B) a voluntary bailment.
C) an express bailment.
D) no bailment.

Question

​Brian discovers a boat adrift, and retrieves and anchors it. The boat features a number on its side and other evidence pointing to its owner, Celia. This is
A) ​an involuntary bailment.
B) ​a voluntary bailment.
C) ​an express bailment.
D) ​no bailment.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An involuntary bailment occurs when someone finds and takes possession of lost or abandoned property, as Brian did with the boat.

​Brian Discovers a Boat Adrift, and Retrieves and Anchors It

Brian Discovers a Boat Adrift, and Retrieves and Anchors It