§ 10-185 — Catalytic converter etching program
New York City Administrative Code (current through L.L. 2026/147, enacted September 12, 2026, and amendments effective through October 10, 2026) · NYC Admin. Code § 10-185
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§ 10-185 Catalytic converter etching program.
a. Definitions. For purposes of this section, the term "etching" means the affixing or engraving of a unique identifying number onto a catalytic converter of a motor vehicle by the police department or with a kit provided by the police department. b. Etching program for the public. Subject to appropriation, the police department shall establish a program to: 1. Provide etching to the public; and 2. Engage in an outreach campaign to inform the public about the etching program and the means by which etching may prevent theft of catalytic converters. (L.L. 2023/005, 1/7/2023, eff. 4/7/2023)