San Leandro Municipal Code Art. 2 Prohibition

It shall be unlawful for any person, other than a core recycler as defined in California Business and Professions Code Section 21610, to possess any catalytic converter that is not attached to a vehicle, unless the possessor has valid documentation or other proof to verify that they are in lawful possession of the catalytic converter.

Each and every violation of this section shall constitute a separate violation and shall be subject to all remedies and enforcement measures authorized by the San Leandro Municipal Code. Each and every catalytic converter unlawfully possessed is a separate violation of this section.

A violation of this section shall constitute a misdemeanor and upon conviction may be punished by a fine not to exceed $1,000.00, or by imprisonment in the County Jail not to exceed six months, or by both.

The City Attorney may also prosecute a civil action under applicable State law to enforce this section and in any action a civil penalty may be imposed as provided by law and where appropriate, restitution ordered to aggrieved victims.

The remedies provided herein are not to be construed as exclusive remedies. The City is authorized to pursue any proceedings or remedies provided by law.