HB580

Hawaii HB580 amends the mandatory minimum terms of imprisonment for promoting dangerous drugs in the third degree.

Hawaii HB580 modifies the penalties for promoting a dangerous drug in the third degree, specifically for methamphetamine and fentanyl. The bill sets a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment for individuals with prior convictions. For those with three or more prior convictions, the minimum term is five to eight years. For two prior convictions, the minimum term is one to two years. For one prior conviction, the minimum term is ten years. The changes do not apply to offenses committed before the bill's effective date.