Affirming Hawaii's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within the justice system.

This resolution affirms Hawaii's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within the justice system. It highlights the need for better victim support services, including emergency funds, mental health counseling, pro bono legal services, emergency housing, and childcare assistance. The resolution also urges the Honolulu Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to implement reforms such as assigning experienced attorneys to misdemeanor domestic violence cases, providing additional legal support, and ensuring continuity in case handling.

Affirming Hawaii's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within the justice system.

This resolution affirms Hawaii's commitment to public safety, due process, and fair treatment for domestic violence survivors within the justice system. It highlights the need for better victim support services, including emergency funds, mental health counseling, pro bono legal services, emergency housing, and childcare assistance. The resolution also urges the Honolulu Office of the Prosecuting Attorney to implement reforms such as assigning experienced attorneys to misdemeanor domestic violence cases, providing additional legal support, and ensuring continuity in case handling.