{"id":45584,"date":"2022-08-24T08:22:16","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T08:22:16","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=45584"},"modified":"2022-08-24T08:22:16","modified_gmt":"2022-08-24T08:22:16","slug":"ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Ohio Catalytic Converter Laws: What You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Knowing your state&#8217;s catalytic converter laws will help you pass your inspection and avoid costly fines. Read on to know more about Ohio&#8217;s catalytic converter laws and why the state has come up with these laws.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-car-insurance-in-ohio\/\">Ohio<\/a> law requires catalytic converters are necessary for all cars post-1975. In other words, purposely removing your catalytic converter is a punishable offense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may not give your catalytic converter much thought. Yet, a catalytic converter is important in keeping your car going smoothly! Unfortunately, you can&#8217;t legally drive your car in Ohio if you don&#8217;t have one. This is an issue because catalytic converter theft is rising across the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\/car-insurance-in-ohio\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45585 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image.png\" alt=\"Catalytic Converter laws Ohio\" width=\"2382\" height=\"882\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image.png 2382w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-300x111.png 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1024x379.png 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-768x284.png 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1536x569.png 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-2048x758.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2382px) 100vw, 2382px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#Catalytic_Converter_laws_in_Ohio\" >Catalytic Converter laws in Ohio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#Repercussions_of_absent_Catalytic_Converters_in_Ohio\" >Repercussions of absent Catalytic Converters in Ohio<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#Aftereffects_of_catalytic_converter_theft\" >Aftereffects of catalytic converter theft<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#What_makes_the_catalytic_converter_so_appealing\" >What makes the catalytic converter so appealing?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#What_can_you_do\" >What can you do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#Does_insurance_cover_theft_of_a_catalytic_converter\" >Does insurance cover theft of a catalytic converter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/ohio-catalytic-converter-laws-what-you-should-know\/#Best_car_insurance_coverage_in_Ohio_through_Waycom\" >Best car insurance coverage in Ohio through Way.com<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catalytic_Converter_thefts_Statistics_in_Ohio\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Catalytic Converter thefts Statistics in Ohio<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There is a new crime lord in town. His name is Tommy Cox. Never heard of him? Tommy Cox stole over 1100 catalytic converters. He was charged with 32 felonies on March 4th, including stealing, receiving stolen property, money laundering, and participating in a pattern of corrupt behavior. Tommy Cox was the ringleader of a catalytic converter stealing organization in Franklin, Fairfield, Licking, Muskingum, and Morrow counties of Ohio.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Catalytic converter thefts have increased dramatically over the last two years. As a result, tens of thousands of drivers have been forced to pay for replacements due to an approximate 300% annual increase in pollution control device thefts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, this epidemic of auto component theft has attracted the attention of lawmakers and public officials, who are responding to new legislation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45592 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Stealing catalytic converters in Ohio is a punishable offense.\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-1024x684.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-768x513.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_351322896_XL-min-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catalytic_Converter_laws_in_Ohio\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Catalytic Converter laws in Ohio<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Stealing catalytic converters in Ohio is a punishable offense.<\/strong> <strong>All cars made after 1975 and sold in Ohio must have a catalytic converter. Without one, you could fail the emissions test at your inspection and get a fine from the EPA of up to $1,000.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Clean Air Act, passed in the 1970s and updated in the early 1990s, says you usually need a catalytic converter. <\/strong>Consequently, The rules for each state are different, though.<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ohio&#8217;s state laws aren&#8217;t the only ones to be aware of. Additionally, the federal law also requires certain procedures, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The new converter must be the same as the old one. It has to be the right kind for your car.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Basically, the installation must be right.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You have to keep the installer&#8217;s warranty card after the replacement is done.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Driving without a catalytic converter is not legally unlawful in Ohio.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Nonetheless, it would be best to replace it as quickly as possible because permanently removing, bypassing, or destroying your car&#8217;s pollution controls is against state and federal laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repercussions_of_absent_Catalytic_Converters_in_Ohio\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Repercussions of absent Catalytic Converters in Ohio<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>If you try to change, disable, or remove your car&#8217;s catalytic converter in Ohio, you will be charged with a minor misdemeanor. In addition, you could go to jail for up to 180 days or pay a $1,000 fine.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can get a ticket if your catalytic converter is missing because it was stolen or needs to be fixed. If you don&#8217;t get it fixed immediately, you might also fail the emissions test, which means your car won&#8217;t pass its annual inspection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your car will run better if your catalytic converter is in good shape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45590 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Your car will run better if your catalytic converter is in good shape.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_22818306_XL-min-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aftereffects_of_catalytic_converter_theft\"><\/span>Aftereffects of catalytic converter theft<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A stolen catalytic converter costs a lot of money to replace. These thefts frequently result in victims spending up to $3000 (!) to replace the stolen converter.\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Additionally, you may find that your car insurance doesn&#8217;t even cover your costs or that your deductible is so high that it&#8217;s simpler to avoid claiming these crimes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_the_catalytic_converter_so_appealing\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What makes the catalytic converter so appealing?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/why-do-people-steal-catalytic-converters\/\">simplicity of theft and the potential for a profitable return on investment<\/a> have a significant role. A catalytic converter is easy to steal for just about any would-be burglar.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/metals-catalytic-converter\/\">Numerous valuable metals in catalytic converters<\/a> are in high demand from respectable metal merchants and on the illegal market. Consequently, d<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">epending on the brand and model of the vehicle it was taken from, only one converter can bring in up to $150 for the vendor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45591 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"The good news is that your policy should cover a stolen catalytic converter if you have full coverage.\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-1024x684.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-768x513.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_255139268_XL-min-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_do\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What can you do?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may take many steps to avoid even stealing your catalytic converter.\u00a0<\/span>It is preferable to park your car in a well-lit garage.\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For added security, you might buy an alarm or a physical barrier. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Etch your license-plate number onto the catalytic converter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You might want to look into your state&#8217;s local catalytic converter theft laws. In addition, it would be beneficial to get in touch with your local legislators and urge them to place tighter restrictions on the sale of catalytic converters, as just 16 states have implemented these legislative measures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_insurance_cover_theft_of_a_catalytic_converter\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Does insurance cover theft of a catalytic converter?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>The good news is that your policy should cover a stolen catalytic converter if you have full coverage.<\/strong> Are you a victim of a catalytic converter theft? <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In that case, having comprehensive coverage could mean the difference between filing a claim and paying out of pocket for a replacement, which could cost you more than $2,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Are you looking for the best coverage for your car? Way.com can help you save time and money while making the switch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_car_insurance_coverage_in_Ohio_through_Waycom\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Best car insurance coverage in Ohio through Way.com<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Way.com can help you uncover <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/most-expensive-and-cheap-states-for-car-insurance\/#Cheap_car_insurance_rates_by_States_in_2022\">savings in Ohio<\/a> in less than a minute.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Way.com can find you affordable rates in Ohio from dozens of leading insurance companies in the same amount of time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Manage your insurance and side-by-side rate comparisons right in the app! Changing your insurance is just as simple, thanks to Way.com&#8217;s handling of the paperwork, phone calls, and even cancellation of your previous policy!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/zoom-your-way-to-a-new-car-insurance-policy-in-minutes\/\">Using Way.com for insurance is quick and simple<\/a>. We will guide you through the tiresome process of evaluating auto insurance rates. So find savings with Way.com, so you don&#8217;t lose coverage or your catalytic converter.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&#8217;s more info on\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">top-rated airport parking<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the best parking spots in your city<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, affordable\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">auto insurance<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, easy\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-refinance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">auto refinance<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">high-quality car washes near you<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Knowing your state&#8217;s catalytic converter laws will help you pass your inspection and avoid costly fines. Read on to know more about Ohio&#8217;s catalytic converter laws and why the state has come up with these laws.\u00a0 Ohio law requires catalytic converters are necessary for all cars post-1975. 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