The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), in partnership with the Maryland Vehicle Theft Prevention Council, is offering customers catalytic converter labels at no charge to deter catalytic theft and improve the chances in the recovery of stolen converters. The catalytic converter label and etching provides a visible identification number, making a catalytic converter traceable by law enforcement if it is removed from a vehicle. The labels are free of charge to Maryland motorists and available on a first-come, first-served basis through the MVA. “We know catalytic converter thefts are a national problem and have significant consequences to the vehicle owner. We’re excited to offer one important solution to Marylanders to help protect their vehicle,” said Motor Vehicle Administrator Chrissy Nizer. Customers can request a catalytic converter label through their myMVA by clicking “More Options” in their vehicle information section. From there, customers can select “Catalytic Converter Label ID” under the “Other” category. The label kit and sticker number will be mailed to the customer’s address – customers are reminded to ensure their address is updated with the MVA. Once the customer receives the label kit, they must register the label with Pin2Vin’s National Database to allow law […]
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