Hawaii SB476 increases fines for violations related to illegal fireworks to serve as a stronger deterrent.
Hawaii SB476 aims to address the issue of illegal fireworks by increasing the fines for violations. The bill amends the Hawaii Revised Statutes to set a minimum fine of $500 and a maximum fine of $5,000 for each violation of fireworks regulations. This change is intended to deter the use of illegal fireworks, which have been causing significant disruption and concern. The bill does not affect any rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before its effective date of July 1, 2025.
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