The purpose of this chapter is to authorize
procedures, in accordance with Wisconsin statutes, for the disposition
of abandoned, unclaimed or seized property in the possession of the
Chief of Police.
As used in this chapter, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
ABANDONED PROPERTY
Property in which it appears the owner has intentionally
relinquished all right, title, claim, and possession with the intention
of not reclaiming it or resuming ownership, possession or enjoyment.
SEIZED PROPERTY
Property in possession of the Chief of Police taken by police
officers performing their duties of law enforcement.
UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Property in which it may appear that someone has rights but
which rights have gone unclaimed after a reasonable effort by the
Chief of Police to discover and notify the possessor of such rights.