41. The owner or possessor of a thing seized assumes custody of that thing. An inspector may, however, if the inspector considers it appropriate, remove it to other premises for safekeeping. In addition, the custodian retains custody of the thing seized when it is submitted in evidence, unless the judge decides otherwise. The custody is maintained until it is dealt with under section 39, 42, 43, 44 or 45 or, if proceedings are instituted, until a judge rules on it.