Hawaii HB963 strengthens penalties for crimes against elders.

Hawaii HB963 amends various sections of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to enhance penalties for crimes committed against individuals aged sixty and older. It elevates the severity of offenses such as unauthorized entry into a dwelling, theft, forgery, and assault when the victim is an elder. The bill also introduces strict liability for certain circumstances where the age of the victim is known or should be known by the perpetrator. The changes aim to provide stronger protections for elderly individuals in Hawaii.

Hawaii HB963 strengthens penalties for crimes against elders.

Hawaii HB963 amends various sections of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to enhance penalties for crimes committed against individuals aged sixty and older. It elevates the severity of offenses such as unauthorized entry into a dwelling, theft, forgery, and assault when the victim is an elder. The bill also introduces strict liability for certain circumstances where the age of the victim is known or should be known by the perpetrator. The changes aim to provide stronger protections for elderly individuals in Hawaii.