Hawaii HB2254 amends laws regarding court-ordered payments, including fines, fees, restitution, and sanctions.

Hawaii HB2254 modifies the collection of delinquent court-ordered payments, allowing the judiciary to contract with collection agencies or licensed attorneys. It specifies that fees and costs from these collections cannot exceed 50% of the amount collected. The bill also outlines procedures for handling defaults in payments, including the possibility of imprisonment for contumacious nonpayment. Additionally, it details the conditions under which adult probation records can be disclosed, emphasizing confidentiality and limiting access to specific entities.

Hawaii HB2254 amends laws regarding court-ordered payments, including fines, fees, restitution, and sanctions.

Hawaii HB2254 modifies the collection of delinquent court-ordered payments, allowing the judiciary to contract with collection agencies or licensed attorneys. It specifies that fees and costs from these collections cannot exceed 50% of the amount collected. The bill also outlines procedures for handling defaults in payments, including the possibility of imprisonment for contumacious nonpayment. Additionally, it details the conditions under which adult probation records can be disclosed, emphasizing confidentiality and limiting access to specific entities.