Are tougher catalytic converter laws in Texas actually leading to more jail time?

Name: Are tougher catalytic converter laws in Texas actually leading to more jail time?
Uploaded: 2026-03-30T21:47:01-05:00
Description: In 2023, Texas lawmakers made catalytic converter theft its own offense with a maximum sentence of up to 2 years in state jail. Multiple convictions can make it a third-degree felony with a maximum sentence of 2 to 10 years in prison. But are are judges and juries utilizing the stiffer punishment?

In 2023, Texas lawmakers made catalytic converter theft its own offense with a maximum sentence of up to 2 years in state jail. Multiple convictions can make it a third-degree felony with a maximum sentence of 2 to 10 years in prison. But are are judges and juries utilizing the stiffer punishment?

Posted March 30, 2026 9:47pm CDT