Bill > SB243

This bill provides the following key provisions: 1. Establishes the offenses of theft of a catalytic converter and possession of two or more used catalytic converters, with penalties ranging from a category E felony for one converter to a category C felony for 10 or more converters. 2. Prohibits the purchase of a used catalytic converter from anyone other than certain licensed businesses or individuals with proof of lawful ownership. 3. Requires scrap metal processors to maintain detailed records when purchasing used catalytic converters and to submit additional information electronically to local law enforcement. 4. Prohibits scrap metal processors from providing cash payment for used catalytic converters, requiring payment by check or electronic transfer and obtaining documentation from the seller. 5. Excludes used catalytic converters from the definition of "scrap metal" and establishes penalties, including felony charges, for scrap metal processors who knowingly violate the new requirements. Overall, the bill aims to combat the theft of catalytic converters by increasing regulations and record-keeping requirements around the purchase and sale of used catalytic converters.

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https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/82nd2023/Bill/10068/Overview