Etch and Catch - Catalytic Converter Etching Program

The Montgomery County Police Department partners with local body shops and vehicle service centers to serialize and paint residents' vehicle catalytic converters for free. The program, called Etch and Catch, aims to deter catalytic converter theft and help recover stolen converters by making them identifiable. Participants also receive a vehicle window cling indicating their converter has been etched. Etching events are organized by police district Community Services Officers throughout...