Hawaii HB2082 amends the definition of bribery, making it a class A felony without probation for certain cases.

Hawaii HB2082 modifies the state's bribery laws by specifying that bribery is a class A felony without the possibility of probation if committed by a public servant who is an elected or appointed official, involves a pecuniary benefit exceeding $20,000, or involves three or more acts within a three-year period. The bill also states that individuals convicted of bribery are ineligible for deferred acceptance of a guilty plea or nolo contendere plea. It clarifies that bribery is a class B felony in other cases and includes a defense for those who confer benefits due to extortion or coercion.

Hawaii HB2082 amends the definition of bribery, making it a class A felony without probation for certain cases.

Hawaii HB2082 modifies the state's bribery laws by specifying that bribery is a class A felony without the possibility of probation if committed by a public servant who is an elected or appointed official, involves a pecuniary benefit exceeding $20,000, or involves three or more acts within a three-year period. The bill also states that individuals convicted of bribery are ineligible for deferred acceptance of a guilty plea or nolo contendere plea. It clarifies that bribery is a class B felony in other cases and includes a defense for those who confer benefits due to extortion or coercion.