North Dakota Code 51-35-07 – Catalytic converter theft – Penalty
1. A person commits the offense of theft of a catalytic converter if the person willfully takes possession of, carries away, or exercises control over a catalytic converter with intent to deprive the rightful owner of the catalytic converter.
Attorney's Note
Under the North Dakota Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 360 days | up to $3,000 |
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 30 days | up to $1,500 |
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 51-35-07
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Person: means an individual, organization, government, political subdivision, or government agency or instrumentality. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
2. Except as provided under subsection 3, an offense under this section is a:
a. Class B misdemeanor if the replacement value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained including any repair costs is less than two hundred dollars.
b. Class A misdemeanor if the replacement value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained including any repair costs is two hundred dollars or more but less than one thousand dollars.
c. Class C felony if the replacement value of the catalytic converter unlawfully obtained including any repair costs is one thousand dollars or more.
3. An offense under this section is a class C felony if the offense is a third or subsequent offense, regardless of the replacement value of the catalytic converter. For purposes of this subsection, a first and second offense include a conviction, acceptance of, or other form of preliminary disposition before the sentencing on the present violation for an offense under this section.