Heightens grade of theft if property stolen is catalytic converter.

This bill raises the penalty for stealing catalytic converters by one degree in New Jersey's criminal classification system. For example, a theft that would normally be a fourth-degree offense (for property valued between $200-$500) becomes a third-degree offense if a catalytic converter is stolen. The change applies automatically to any theft of a catalytic converter, regardless of its value or the circumstances of the theft. It directly affects individuals convicted of stealing catalytic converters by increasing the severity of their criminal charge.