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I '1e I I I I I I I Il I I I I I I I I I CASE # ADOPT ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7, SECTION 7.13 OF THE RAMSEY CITY CODE ENTITLED PAWNBROKERS By: James Way, Sergeant, Ramsey Police Department Background: During the City Council meeting of January 8, 2002, Council introduced an ordinance that would amend Ramsey City Code, Chapter 7, dealing with licenses; Section 7.13 deals specifically with the licensing of pawnbrokers. The amendment would increase the number of days from 5 to 30 that a pawnshop owner would have to hold property prior to selling it. This would allow the Police Department more time to receive reports of possible stolen items. This same ordinance is now before Council for formal adoption. There was no opposition from the public at the last meeting when this ordinance was introduced; however, there was discussion relating to pawnshop owners keeping better records. Staff was directed by Council to inform them about record keeping requirements and penalties as outlined in the City Code. Chapter 7.13 of the City Code adopts by reference, Minnesota Statute 325J, which attaches misdemeanor penalties for a violation thereof. Section 7.13 04 of the City Code mirrors record keeping requirements as set forth in State Statutes. Section 7.13.12 specifies the grounds for suspension and/or revocation of a pawnbroker license. Council Action: Motion to adopt Ordinance #02-~X'~ amending Chapter 7 Licensing and Permits, Section 7.13 Pawnbrokers, Paragraph 7.13.06 Holding of Property, to increase the number of days a pawn shop has to hold items from five (5) days to thirty (30) days. q Reviewed by: Sergeant Way Police Chief City Administrator City Attorney City Clerk CC: 01/22/02