HI SB2900

Imposes a five-year statute of limitations for inmates to seek post-conviction relief in state courts, establishing a time limit where none previously existed.

Limits the number of successive complaints a petitioner may file for post-conviction relief.

Exempts post-conviction DNA testing petitions under chapter 844D, Hawaii Revised Statutes, from the five-year limitation period.

Sets an effective date of July 1, 2050, to allow for further discussion and consideration of the measure's impact.

Aims to promote finality of convictions and sentences while preventing frivolous and repetitive petitions, though balancing concerns that time limits may prevent relief for wrongful convictions.