Help Deter Catalytic Converter Theft

Mankato-The Mankato Department of Public Safety, through the Minnesota Department of Commerce, is implementing a program to help deter theft of catalytic converters. To participate, vehicle owners must register their vehicles at the Public Safety Center, 710 S. Front St. any time. Once registered, the owner will be provided with a packet that includes an identification label with a unique code and instructions and materials to install the label.

“Catalytic converters do not have serial numbers or other identifying features that make them easy to trace,” says Associate Director of Public Safety Dan Schisel. “Registering and labeling catalytic converters helps them be identified should they be found after being stolen.”

There is no charge for the registration or the packet. Residents may opt to install the label themselves or bring it to any participating automotive shop (list provided at registration) to install at no cost. Once the label is applied, the identification number is permanently etched on the catalytic converter and unable to be removed.

For more information contact Public Safety staff at 507-387-8701.