5-09/330.20 - Investigation



Upon notification that property from his case has been located, the investigator shall:

  • Within three business days of notification, respond to the location to examine and make a determination on the property as follows:
    • Not stolen:  Advise pawnbroker hold has been dropped and advise Pawnshop Unit of release; or
    • Property is taken: Place an evidence label and hold for Sheriff sticker on the item.
  • When property is stolen, the investigator shall:
    • Record on the evidence label and his own records the precise condition of the item at the time and advise the pawnbroker to store the item in a separate secure location; and
    • Make entry into Automated Property System.