ISRI Metal Theft Laws - Fingerprint Requirements

In some states, scrap metal dealers must record a seller's fingerprint before purchasing certain materials covered by the law. Use this report to identify which states have this requirement. This information can also be included in a Custom Report by selecting Fingerprinting from the Recordkeeping category.

What Is Included In This Report

  • Fingerprint Requirements

This report can be viewed online or downloaded as a PDF or as a CSV file (Excel or other database).

Please Note: This database is not intended to serve as legal advice; please consult an attorney or legal advisor regarding the application of the laws and any regulations to specific situations you may encounter. This database does not cover vehicle detitling/dismantling laws, scrap yard / junk yard zoning and screening requirements, laws on the purchase and processing of precious metals and jewelry, such as gold, silver, and platinum, or secondhand materials laws.

Select Your States

Have Questions?

Justin Short
Manager, Gov't Relations
JShort@isri.org
(202) 662-8508

Abby Blocker
VP of State & Local Government Affairs
ablocker@isri.org
(202) 662-8511