Scrap Metal Laws By State
New Jersey Scrap Metal Laws
Payment Restrictions:
Fingerprinting:
Video Recording:
Tag and Hold:
License Scanning:
Vehicle Descriptions:
Taking Photographs of Materials:
Taking Photographs of Customers Faces:
Notify Law Enforcement:
NMVTIS Reporting:
Legal Mandates
Updated January 2014
State Requirements
In order to sell scrap metal, sellers will be required to:
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Allow a copy of the seller’s a driver's license or state ID card;
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Sign a statement indicating that they are the owner of or are authorized to sell the metal;
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Sign a statement that they have not been convicted of metal theft
Buyer’s must:
- Record make, model and license plate number of sellers vehicle used to transport scrap
- Keep a record of sellers name, address and date of sale
- A date and time stamped photo or video of the materials being sold (to be kept on file for 5 years)
- All sales tickets must have location of sale, date and time of the sale, as well as the initials of the clerk completing the sale.
- Must also show the weight, quantity and/or volume of the material.
- Must show amount paid for materials.
- Sales tickets must be signed by the seller. Seller will receive a copy of the receipt and buyer will retain a copy.
- Must also show the weight, quantity and/or volume of the material.
· Buyer must report purchased vehicle information to NMVTIS
· Tag and hold policies are in effect (up to 5 days)
NOTE: Please be aware of your local ordinances. Many cities and counties have additional ordinances that may not be listed here.
Keep records, certifications, registrations, etc. on site for 5 years for all purchases in excess of 100 lbs. or $50 (whichever is less).
Scrap recyclers must maintain a record of all purchases for a minimum of five years and is subject to inspection by any law enforcement at any time. There is a 5-day tag-and-hold policy when notified by law enforcement to do so.
There is pending regulation making it unlawful to purchase any metal grave markers or urns.
Links to Other Important Information for New Jersey Salvage/Recycling
Auto-Parts Salvage/Recycling
- Tires – www.nj.gov/dep/dshw/recycling/swmp/doc/section_e_06.doc
- State EPA Guidelines – http://www.nj.gov/dep/dwq/bnpc_home.htm
· Scrap yard regulations - http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/legis/2009c8_Law.pdf and pending regulation http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2010/Bills/A4500/4365_I1.PDF
o 2012/2013 Pending Legislation: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2012/Bills/S2500/2162_I1.HTM and http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2012/Bills/S2000/1773_I1.HTM and http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2012/Bills/A3500/3222_R2.HTM
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