Ark. R. Crim. P. 15.3 (2026)

Rule 15.3. Custody of Seized Things: Freshly Stolen Goods; Perishables.

If the identity of a person having a rightful claim to possession of freshly stolen seized things can be promptly established beyond a reasonable doubt to the satisfaction of the seizing officer, the things may be promptly returned to the rightful possessor. Perishable things seized may be disposed of by the seizing officers as justice and the necessities of the case dictate. A full report of the facts and circumstances of any seizure and the disposition of the things seized pursuant to this rule shall be made to a judicial officer.