Hawaii HB1861 expands the powers of counties to include imposing civil fines for violations of county ordinances and rules.

Hawaii HB1861 amends the general powers and limitations of counties to include the ability to impose civil fines for violations of county ordinances and rules. Counties may fine individuals up to $1,000 or the actual cost of repair for graffiti on county-owned property. The bill allows counties to add unpaid civil fines to taxes, fees, or charges, except for water for residential use and sewer charges. It also allows counties to establish liens on property for unpaid fines and to collect these fines through foreclosure.

Hawaii HB1861 expands the powers of counties to include imposing civil fines for violations of county ordinances and rules.

Hawaii HB1861 amends the general powers and limitations of counties to include the ability to impose civil fines for violations of county ordinances and rules. Counties may fine individuals up to $1,000 or the actual cost of repair for graffiti on county-owned property. The bill allows counties to add unpaid civil fines to taxes, fees, or charges, except for water for residential use and sewer charges. It also allows counties to establish liens on property for unpaid fines and to collect these fines through foreclosure.