Establishes a class A felony for causing serious bodily injury or death from fireworks in Hawaii.
The bill aims to deter illegal use of fireworks by establishing a class A felony for causing serious bodily injury or death from fireworks. This follows a recent incident in Aliamanu where fireworks caused fatalities and injuries. The new law amends Chapter 132D of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to include this felony offense. The bill does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date.
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