Every dealer in secondhand goods must keep without concealment for a period of seven (7) working/business days, subject to the reasonable inspection by any police officer, all said goods, wares and merchandise, purchased or received from any person, before selling, shipping or otherwise disposing of the same.
Proviso: Any goods, wares, or merchandise purchased or received from any person may be sold, shipped, or otherwise disposed of prior to the expiration of the seven (7) working/business days holding period if the goods, wares, or merchandise have been sooner inspected by the Chief of Police or his designated agent and received written clearance for such further disposition.