Catalytic Converter Anti-Theft Rebates

The City of Lakewood is offering residents an opportunity to receive rebates for purchasing and installing catalytic converter anti-theft devices. 

The rebate program is offered on a first-come, first-served basis to Lakewood residents who purchase and install an anti-theft catalytic converter security device on or after Jan. 1, 2026. 

Rebates are open to all city residents and are available until program funding is expended. Apply early for the best chance to receive a rebate.

Rebates available

Eligible Lakewood residents may receive up to two $150 rebates for the purchase and installation of any of the eligible catalytic converter anti-theft devices listed below: 

• Catalytic Converter Protection Shield
• Catalytic Converter 'CatClamp' style lock
• Catalytic Converter wrap style device

You may apply for two anti-theft devices installed per residential address.

Eligibility requirements

1. Reside in the City of Lakewood and have a valid government issued ID displaying your City of Lakewood residential address.
2. Have a current utility bill (water, electricity, gas, phone) registered in your name to your City of Lakewood residential address, matching the Lakewood address on your valid government issued ID. Your utility bill must be dated no sooner than 60 days of when you submit your application.
3. Have proof of current vehicle registration matching your name and residential Lakewood address on your current government-issued ID, showing the vehicle's license plate number and VIN. 
4. Personally own the vehicle in which the catalytic converter anti-theft device was installed.

NOTE: If applying for rebates for more than one vehicle registered to the same address, please provide the registration information for each vehicle. 

Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Device Requirements

To be eligible for the catalytic converter anti-theft protection rebate ($150 per vehicle, up to two vehicles per household), each catalytic converter theft prevention device must meet the following requirements on or after Jan. 1, 2026:

• Each device must have a minimum purchase and installation cost of $150.00 or greater, pre-tax.

• Each device must be installed onto the vehicle.

• Vehicle with the catalytic converter anti-theft device installed has current vehicle registration tabs displayed on its license plate.

NOTE: The total combined purchase and installation amount must be $150 or greater, before applicable taxes and fees. 

How to apply 

Complete the Anti-Theft Rebate Application online (be prepared to upload photos of the items required).

You can also download a printable version of the Anti-Theft Rebate Application(PDF, 245KB) to complete by hand and return by mail to: 

City of Lakewood
ATTN: CatCon Rebate Program
5050 Clark Avenue
Lakewood, CA  90712

If you need assistance completing the application or require an alternative format, please call 562-866-9771, extension 2114 or email PSRebates@lakewoodca.gov. 

Include copies (copies may be uploaded to the online form) of all of these items:

• Sales receipt dated Jan. 1, 2026 or later.
• Installation receipt dated Jan. 1, 2026 or later (if device installed by a third party).
• Valid government-issued ID displaying your name and Lakewood residential address.
• Current utility bill (water, electricity, gas, phone) registered in the name and Lakewood address on your valid government-issued ID, dated no sooner than 60 days of when you submit your application.
• Current vehicle registration, matching your government-issued ID, showing the vehicle's license plate number and VIN.
• Photo of the anti-theft device installed under your vehicle.