Hawaii HB1090 amends county powers to include imposing civil fines for violations and adding unpaid fines to certain fees and charges.

Hawaii HB1090 amends county powers to allow the imposition of civil fines for violations of county ordinances or rules, including graffiti, after reasonable notice and requests to correct or cease the violation. The bill specifies that fines may be up to $1,000 or equal to the actual cost of repair or replacement. It also allows counties to add unpaid civil fines to certain fees and charges, except for water for residential use and sewer charges. The bill outlines procedures for the addition of unpaid fines, including hearings and judicial review.

Hawaii HB1090 amends county powers to include imposing civil fines for violations and adding unpaid fines to certain fees and charges.

Hawaii HB1090 amends county powers to allow the imposition of civil fines for violations of county ordinances or rules, including graffiti, after reasonable notice and requests to correct or cease the violation. The bill specifies that fines may be up to $1,000 or equal to the actual cost of repair or replacement. It also allows counties to add unpaid civil fines to certain fees and charges, except for water for residential use and sewer charges. The bill outlines procedures for the addition of unpaid fines, including hearings and judicial review.