Tucson secondhand dealers must hold a city business license and report purchases of used goods to police via electronic reporting, supporting recovery of stolen property under Chapter 7 and Arizona theft statutes.
Used-goods dealers, including resale shops, electronics buyers, and consignment stores, must register with the city and report each purchase of secondhand merchandise through Tucson Police's electronic reporting system. Reports include seller ID, transaction date, and item description with serial numbers when available. A holding period typically applies before resale, allowing detectives to flag stolen goods. Failure to report or knowingly buying stolen property can lead to license revocation and criminal charges under Arizona theft and trafficking statutes (ARS Title 13).
Operating without registration, failing to submit transaction reports, ignoring holding periods, or buying property known to be stolen can result in fines, license revocation, and felony charges.
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