Establishes theft of a bicycle or electric bicycle as a defined offense in Hawaii.

This bill amends Hawaii's penal code to explicitly define the offense of theft of a bicycle or electric bicycle. It aims to address the growing issue of bicycle and electric bicycle theft, which can significantly impact residents who rely on these modes of transportation for commuting and reducing their cost of living. The bill establishes that theft of a bicycle or electric bicycle, regardless of its value, should be treated similarly to theft of a motor vehicle. The first offense is a misdemeanor, while subsequent offenses within five years are class C felonies.

Establishes theft of a bicycle or electric bicycle as a defined offense in Hawaii.

This bill amends Hawaii's penal code to explicitly define the offense of theft of a bicycle or electric bicycle. It aims to address the growing issue of bicycle and electric bicycle theft, which can significantly impact residents who rely on these modes of transportation for commuting and reducing their cost of living. The bill establishes that theft of a bicycle or electric bicycle, regardless of its value, should be treated similarly to theft of a motor vehicle. The first offense is a misdemeanor, while subsequent offenses within five years are class C felonies.