The Saint Paul Police Department Property and Evidence Unit is headed by a commander and consist of the following units: records, property room, central supply, and impound lot. The functions and responsibilities of these units are described under the individual units.
The property evidence section commander has responsibility for the property and evidence management functions performed by the units under their control including the accountability, issuance and maintenance of agency owned and acquired property. In accord with this responsibility, they shall conduct documented biannual inspections to ensure:
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That compliance with department regulations and applicable statutory requirements regarding property and evidence management is being maintained and that all property under their control is being protected from damage and/or deterioration.
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Determine disposition of unclaimed property.
Revised June 18, 2019