All precious metals purchased by a dealer must be held in the county in the possession of the dealer, before being sold, melted or altered in any manner, for a period of seven working days. The location of these goods and the identification of the person in possession of these goods must be filed with the Chief of Police within 24 hours from the time of the purchase, if the goods are held or stored at a location other than the point of sale. All goods required to be held under this section shall at all times be open to the inspection of the Chief of Police or an official duly authorized by the Chief to inspect the same.
(Ord. 17-015, passed 6-13-2017)