Clarifies when the use of deadly force is not justified in Hawaii.

Hawaii HB291 amends the use of force in self-protection laws to clarify when deadly force is not justified. It specifies that deadly force is not justifiable if the actor provoked the use of force with intent to cause death or serious bodily injury, or if the actor can avoid the necessity of using such force with complete safety by retreating or surrendering possession. The bill also outlines when the use of force is not justifiable, such as resisting an arrest by a law enforcement officer or resisting force used by the occupier or possessor of property.

Clarifies when the use of deadly force is not justified in Hawaii.

Hawaii HB291 amends the use of force in self-protection laws to clarify when deadly force is not justified. It specifies that deadly force is not justifiable if the actor provoked the use of force with intent to cause death or serious bodily injury, or if the actor can avoid the necessity of using such force with complete safety by retreating or surrendering possession. The bill also outlines when the use of force is not justifiable, such as resisting an arrest by a law enforcement officer or resisting force used by the occupier or possessor of property.