Stolen catalytic converter is what level of offense?

• A. Third Degree Felony
• B. Class A Misdemeanor
• C. State Jail Felony
• D. Second Degree Felony

Answer: (C)

In theft cases, the level of offense is decided by how much the property is worth. Catalytic converters are valuable because of the metals they contain, so stealing one generally falls into the mid-range category of offenses in Texas law—a state jail felony. This category covers thefts with property values that aren’t the lowest misdemeanors but aren’t enough to reach higher felonies. If the value were higher, it could rise to a more serious felony; if lower, it could be a misdemeanor.