Amends Hawaii bail laws to clarify forfeiture and reinstatement procedures, and qualifications for bail agents, insurers, and sureties.

This bill amends Hawaii's bail laws to provide clearer procedures for the forfeiture and reinstatement of bail. It allows courts to consider relevant evidence when determining whether to grant, deny, or set conditions of bail. It requires courts to set aside the forfeiture of bail if the defendant voluntarily appears or is surrendered by the surety or bail agent within ninety days after a failure to appear. It also requires the consent of the surety or bail agent to reinstate bail. The bill clarifies qualifications for bail agents, insurers, and sureties, and the process for their discharge.

Amends Hawaii bail laws to clarify forfeiture and reinstatement procedures, and qualifications for bail agents, insurers, and sureties.

This bill amends Hawaii's bail laws to provide clearer procedures for the forfeiture and reinstatement of bail. It allows courts to consider relevant evidence when determining whether to grant, deny, or set conditions of bail. It requires courts to set aside the forfeiture of bail if the defendant voluntarily appears or is surrendered by the surety or bail agent within ninety days after a failure to appear. It also requires the consent of the surety or bail agent to reinstate bail. The bill clarifies qualifications for bail agents, insurers, and sureties, and the process for their discharge.