Hawaii HB186 elevates harassment by stalking from a misdemeanor to a class C felony.

Hawaii HB186 amends Section 711-1106.5 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, changing the classification of harassment by stalking from a misdemeanor to a class C felony. This change increases the severity of penalties for those convicted of stalking. The bill does not affect any rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.

Hawaii HB186 elevates harassment by stalking from a misdemeanor to a class C felony.

Hawaii HB186 amends Section 711-1106.5 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, changing the classification of harassment by stalking from a misdemeanor to a class C felony. This change increases the severity of penalties for those convicted of stalking. The bill does not affect any rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.