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Texas Occupations Code - OCC § 1956.0321. Additional Requirements Regarding Purchase of Catalytic Converter

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) In addition to the requirements of Section 1956.032, a person attempting to sell a catalytic converter to a metal recycling entity shall provide to the metal recycling entity:

(1) the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number for the vehicle from which the catalytic converter was removed;  and

(2) a copy of the certificate of title or other documentation indicating that the person has an ownership interest in the vehicle described by Subdivision (1).

(b) A metal recycling entity may not purchase a catalytic converter from a seller who does not comply with the requirements of Subsection (a).

(c) A metal recycling entity may not purchase a catalytic converter unless the entity determines that the catalytic converter is consistent with the manufacturer's specifications for a catalytic converter from the vehicle for which the seller provided information under Subsection (a)(1).

(d) A metal recycling entity shall mark, in the manner prescribed by the commission by rule, each catalytic converter purchased by the entity with a unique number.

(e) A metal recycling entity shall keep an accurate electronic record or an accurate and legible written record of each purchase of a catalytic converter made in the course of the entity's business.  The record must be in English and include:

(1) the information required by Section 1956.033;

(2) the vehicle information provided under Subsection (a)(1);

(3) a copy of the documentation described by Subsection (a)(2);  and

(4) the unique number marked on the catalytic converter under Subsection (d).

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