catalytic converter; unlawful use; classification

This bill makes it illegal for individuals to buy, sell, advertise, or possess used catalytic converters or their nonferrous parts in Arizona, with specific exceptions for licensed automotive recyclers, authorized industrial scrap transactions, and commercial repair businesses. To enforce this rule, anyone purchasing these parts must electronically submit transaction records to the Department of Public Safety, and violations are classified as a class 1 misdemeanor, escalating to a class 6 felony if ten or more converters are involved. The law aims to combat the theft of these vehicle components while allowing legitimate trade within the automotive and recycling industries under strict conditions.