MISCELLANEOUS

IMPOUNDING OFFICER PROCEDURES

1. Package the evidence or attach a twist-on tag.  Do not place the evidence sticker directly on the item.

2. Complete the evidence tag and attach it to the packaging or twist-on tag.

3. Complete the property-evidence report.

4. Place the properly packaged evidence into the appropriate storage area.  

5. Place the yellow and green copy of the property-evidence report in the property-evidence basket in the Evidence Processing Room.

EVIDENCE OFFICER PROCEDURES

STORAGE

1. Ensure proper packaging; refer to example board in the evidence processing areas.

2. Place one barcode  on the item and the corresponding barcode on the property receipt.

3. Place the item in a location best suited to the size of the item.  See the evidence room guide.

4. Using the barcode reader, scan the location of the shelf and then scan the barcode that is affixed to the item.

5. Place the item in numerical order by case number.

DISPOSAL

1. Upon authorization or disposition of the case, see “General Disposition of Items."

Revised 11/05/03