The University Police Department Property and Evidence Unit is responsible for maintaining, storing, and disposing of all property taken into police custody. Property taken as evidence must be carefully safeguarded to prevent contamination and insure its value in court.

An important function of this unit is the proper and timely disposal of property. This includes the return of property to its rightful owner or the destruction of items as prescribed by law. Under the general supervision of the Administrative Sergeant, the UPD Property Clerks are responsible for the efficient operation of the UPD property and evidence unit. They perform a variety of clerical functions of a difficult and responsible nature, centering around the intake, processing, maintenance and dispersal of law enforcement related property and associated statistical reports.

We strongly recommmend that you telephone the Administrative Sergeant or UPD Property Clerk to make an appointment before coming to UPD should you wish to recover property or evidence in our custody. These individuals are the only department members authorized to release property - and can only do so in conformance with applicable state and federal law.