Extends the statute of limitations for bribery offenses in Hawaii from three to nine years.

This bill amends Hawaii law to extend the statute of limitations for bribery offenses from three to nine years. It defines bribery as conferring a pecuniary benefit to a public servant with intent to influence their official actions. The bill also specifies that bribery is a class B felony and that prosecution must commence within nine years of the offense. This change aims to prevent individuals from avoiding state prosecution by exploiting federal investigation timelines.

Extends the statute of limitations for bribery offenses in Hawaii from three to nine years.

This bill amends Hawaii law to extend the statute of limitations for bribery offenses from three to nine years. It defines bribery as conferring a pecuniary benefit to a public servant with intent to influence their official actions. The bill also specifies that bribery is a class B felony and that prosecution must commence within nine years of the offense. This change aims to prevent individuals from avoiding state prosecution by exploiting federal investigation timelines.