The Chief of Police is authorized to impound personal property pursuant to the provisions of §§ 8.44.040 through 8.44.150 of this chapter, and shall make provisions for the receipt and safekeeping of personal property coming into his or her possession pursuant to this chapter. A receipt shall be issued to the person delivering such personal property, unless the personal property was found in the course of employment by an employee of the city. The Chief of Police shall notify the owner of the personal property, in writing, if his or her identity is reasonably ascertainable, or, if the identity of the owner is not reasonably ascertainable, cause a written notice to be left in a prominent place at or near where the personal property was located prior to removal, for any personal property impounded pursuant to § 8.44.030, advising that the Chief of Police is in possession of the personal property and the location where it may be claimed.
(Ord. 1185, passed 10-4-16)