Establishes criminal trespass on agricultural land and prohibits firearm ownership for those convicted.

This bill creates the crime of criminal trespass on agricultural land in Hawaii, making it a petty misdemeanor. It prohibits individuals prosecuted for or convicted of this crime from owning, possessing, or controlling firearms or ammunition. The bill also imposes escalating fines for repeat offenses and requires restitution to the land owner for property damage. The intent is to address rising agricultural theft and vandalism, which cost the state millions and pose safety risks to farmers and ranchers.

Establishes criminal trespass on agricultural land and prohibits firearm ownership for those convicted.

This bill creates the crime of criminal trespass on agricultural land in Hawaii, making it a petty misdemeanor. It prohibits individuals prosecuted for or convicted of this crime from owning, possessing, or controlling firearms or ammunition. The bill also imposes escalating fines for repeat offenses and requires restitution to the land owner for property damage. The intent is to address rising agricultural theft and vandalism, which cost the state millions and pose safety risks to farmers and ranchers.