PURPOSE OF ORDER
The purpose of this order is to establish time guidelines on vehicles impounded for evidence for Bureau investigations.
SCOPE OF ORDER
All sworn Bureau personnel.
ORDER
When assigning cases, the team sergeant shall notify the assigned detective of a case involving an impounded vehicle.
Within four business days of the vehicle being impounded, it shall be the detective’s or team sergeant’s responsibility to reclassify the impounded vehicle as “stored.” For further regarding the reclassification of vehicles and vehicle release administrative fees, refer to MPP 5-01/090.00 and 5-01/090.10.
If during the course of the investigation it is necessary for the vehicle to be remain “impounded” beyond four business days, the Unit Commander or his/her designee shall be notified regarding the circumstances.