This division is critical to supporting investigations, assisting in successful prosecution at criminal and civil trials, facilitating the timely return of property to its rightful owners, and in maintaining the public's confidence and trust.

The The Police Department, in conjunction with the Evidence Technician(s), is responsible for protecting all property submitted as evidence and for maintaining an uninterrupted chain of custody. Evidence control is maintained by a secure records management computer system. The Evidence Technician processes latent fingerprints and is a member of the International Association of Property and Evidence.

The Division is responsible for holding property submitted to the police as "found." Found property is held for 60 days with a reasonable effort made to find the identity of the owners. Citizens looking for "lost/found" property can also check the announcements section of the classified ads in the Redmond Reporter as well as www.seattle.craigslist.org for Eastside lost and found announcements. Please note that the only property advertised is that which the finder makes a claim on it.

To make an appointment, the Property/Evidence Division can be reached at 425-556-2532. Hours are 7:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.