5.60.040: THIRTY DAY HOLDING PERIOD FOR RECEIVED ITEMS:
   A.   It is unlawful for any person to dispose of or alter any items received for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of receiving such items, unless expressly permitted to do so by the city police department's designated representative, prior to the expiration of the thirty (30) day period. Such items shall be available for inspection by any city police officer during reasonable business hours while in the licensee's possession or control.
   B.   If requested to do so by a peace officer of the city police department, any item delivered to the licensed business must be retained and held, until released by the police department or placed in the custody of a police agency to be held as evidence. (Prior code §§ 20-16-4(4), (5))