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LAR(e)(7) Property in Possession of United States Officer

When the property to be attached or arrested is in the custody of an employee or officer of the United States, the Marshal shall deliver a copy of the complaint and warrant of arrest or summons and process of attachment or garnishment to that officer or employee if present, and otherwise to the custodian of the property. The Marshal shall instruct the officer or employee or custodian to retain custody of the property until ordered to do otherwise by a judicial officer.