Hawaii HB634 amends laws on dangerous dogs, increasing penalties for owners.

Hawaii HB634 amends the state's statutes to increase penalties for owners of dangerous dogs. The bill imposes stricter conditions on dog owners, including obtaining liability insurance or posting a bond, and mandates euthanasia of the dog in severe cases. It also raises fines and potential imprisonment terms for offenses related to dangerous dogs, including bodily injury or death caused by the dog. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date.

Hawaii HB634 amends laws on dangerous dogs, increasing penalties for owners.

Hawaii HB634 amends the state's statutes to increase penalties for owners of dangerous dogs. The bill imposes stricter conditions on dog owners, including obtaining liability insurance or posting a bond, and mandates euthanasia of the dog in severe cases. It also raises fines and potential imprisonment terms for offenses related to dangerous dogs, including bodily injury or death caused by the dog. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date.