CA AB1971

Increases maximum fine for dealers in junk, metals, or secondhand materials who criminally receive utility company property from $250 to $1,000

Requires dealers purchasing materials to obtain and maintain seller identification including full name, signature, address, driver's license number, vehicle license number, and delivery vehicle license number

Clarifies that vandalism laws apply to damage caused to public transit, public parks, and public utilities property when nonferrous metals are stolen

Expresses legislative findings that theft of nonferrous materials like copper and aluminum causes millions in annual losses to public transit systems, creates public safety hazards, and poses electrocution risks to thieves