Hawaii SB2983 criminalizes the intentional or knowing destruction of trees on state or county property.

Hawaii SB2983 amends Chapter 708 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a new section that defines the offense of criminal destruction of a tree on state or county property. This offense occurs when a person intentionally or knowingly fells, injures, or destroys a tree on state or county property, rendering it valueless or substantially damaging its potential value without permission. The act is classified as a misdemeanor, and those found guilty must pay the replacement value of the tree, as determined by an arborist.

Hawaii SB2983 criminalizes the intentional or knowing destruction of trees on state or county property.

Hawaii SB2983 amends Chapter 708 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding a new section that defines the offense of criminal destruction of a tree on state or county property. This offense occurs when a person intentionally or knowingly fells, injures, or destroys a tree on state or county property, rendering it valueless or substantially damaging its potential value without permission. The act is classified as a misdemeanor, and those found guilty must pay the replacement value of the tree, as determined by an arborist.