Texas SB2813 creates a criminal offense for selling a catalytic converter removed from a motor vehicle to anyone other than a registered metal.

Texas SB2813 amends the Penal Code to establish a presumption of authorization for possessing a catalytic converter removed from a motor vehicle if the person is the owner or authorized by the owner. It also amends the Occupations Code to create a new offense for selling such a catalytic converter to anyone other than a registered metal recycling entity. This offense is classified as a state jail felony. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2813 creates a criminal offense for selling a catalytic converter removed from a motor vehicle to anyone other than a registered metal.

Texas SB2813 amends the Penal Code to establish a presumption of authorization for possessing a catalytic converter removed from a motor vehicle if the person is the owner or authorized by the owner. It also amends the Occupations Code to create a new offense for selling such a catalytic converter to anyone other than a registered metal recycling entity. This offense is classified as a state jail felony. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.