Hawaii HB578 amends liquor law penalties for multiple violations by licensees.

Hawaii HB578 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to enhance penalties for multiple liquor law violations by licensees. Specifically, it introduces escalating fines and potential license suspension for repeat offenders within a twelve-month period. The bill also grants liquor commission investigators and officers the authority to enter licensed premises without a warrant to inspect for compliance with liquor laws. This legislation applies to counties with a population of 500,000 or more.

Hawaii HB578 amends liquor law penalties for multiple violations by licensees.

Hawaii HB578 amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to enhance penalties for multiple liquor law violations by licensees. Specifically, it introduces escalating fines and potential license suspension for repeat offenders within a twelve-month period. The bill also grants liquor commission investigators and officers the authority to enter licensed premises without a warrant to inspect for compliance with liquor laws. This legislation applies to counties with a population of 500,000 or more.