My iPad is mysteriously registered to someone else's iCloud account. How do I fix this?

Forced to restore my entire  iPad cart after Apple Configurator error. I began to restore the iPad and left it plugged in to iTunes over the weekend. Now the iPad is mysteriously registered to a Chinese email account and I cannot do anything with it. Help!? I have never had this problem before. also, how can I prevent this from ever happening again?

One of your users apparently set up his or her own iCloud account on the device. Without that Apple ID or the cooperation of that use, there's nothing you can do on your own. However, I've read this:
Streamlined email process for removing activation lock
AppleCare has announced a new process to assist institutions with returned devices which may be activated locked.  For customers who experience this for the first time please call AppleCare at 800-800-2775 so that the process and needed documentation can be explained.  After the initial call customers can email with the required documentation for all Activation Lock Removal requests.
So call Apple Support and discuss the issue with them.
Regards.

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