8-408

8-408. Return of victim's property; release of
evidence

A. On request of the victim and after consultation with the prosecuting attorney,
the law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the delinquent act shall return
to the victim any property belonging to the victim that was taken during the course of
the investigation or shall inform the victim of the reasons why the property will not be
returned. The law enforcement agency shall make reasonable efforts to return the
property to the victim as soon as possible.

B. If the victim's property has been admitted as evidence during a hearing, the
court may order its release to the victim if a photograph or photocopy can be
substituted. If evidence is released pursuant to this subsection, the accused's attorney
or investigator may inspect and independently photograph or photocopy the evidence before
it is released.