[NoMoreNicksLeft]

This could be made a serious felony. If the thief doesn't plan for or attempt to get say, 25% of fair market value or replacement cost (whichever is higher), multiply the penalty by 5 years, no chance of parole.

Though I don't know if there are enough prisons for all those stealing catalytic converters.

[xp84]

This is why Islamic countries have more severe punishments for thieves. At worst, they never commit a third offense.