Property and Evidence

outside building of police station

1255 Marina Boulevard

Hours

Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
Closed Friday – Sunday. 

How to Retrieve Property

To make the process easier, please follow these steps: 

  1. Call (928) 763-9200 and ask for Property and Evidence to schedule an appointment.
    Have your case number ready. 

  1. Bring photo identification. 

  1. Property can only be released to the owner.
    Items may be released to another person with a notarized letter from the owner. 

  1. Firearms require a background investigation.  
    Complete and bring the Weapon Release Request Form with you. 

  1. Property held as evidence in an open investigation cannot be released by Property and Evidence custodians. Contact the case officer directly. 

20-Day Vehicle Impounds

If your vehicle was impounded by the Bullhead City Police Department for a 20-day impoundment: 

  • Read the information provided by the officer at the time of impoundment for detailed instructions.
  • If impounded by another law enforcement agency, contact that agency directly.
  • If impounded as evidence, these procedures do not apply. Contact the Property and Evidence (928) 763-9200 for more information.  

What to Know 

  • In most cases, you must wait 20 days before your vehicle can be released.
  • Only the Bullhead City Police Department can authorize the release. The towing company cannot release the vehicle without police approval.
  • In some cases, you may qualify for early release, but you must still pay all fees and charges. 

Special Situations

  • Someone Else Was Driving: The vehicle owner is responsible for all fees. Recovery of costs from the driver is a civil matter between the owner and driver. 

  • Title Not Yet in Your Name: You must meet all title and registration requirements before the vehicle can be released. 

  • Not Guilty Verdict: The outcome of a trial does not affect the vehicle impound if the officer followed the law and procedures. 

  • Who Can Claim the Vehicle: Only the owner, owner’s spouse, their agent, or lien holder. If the owner’s license is invalid, a licensed driver must be present. 

Early Release Hearing

You may request a hearing if you are: 

  • The registered owner
  • The owner’s spouse
  • A person with a legal interest in the vehicle at the time of impoundment 

How to Request: 
 Submit your request within 10 days of the impound notice: 

  • In writing, in person, or by phone:
  • Contact: Traffic Supervisor 
     📞 (928) 763-9200, ext. 8288 

Hearing Details: 

  • Typically held by phone on Wednesdays (in-person available)
  • No fee and no attorney required