HI SB2401

Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 709-906(4)(c) to extend the mandatory period of separation when a police officer orders an alleged abuser to leave premises in domestic abuse cases.

Changes the expiration of the 48-hour separation period to 4:30 p.m. on the second business day following a weekend or legal holiday if the incident occurs after 12:00 p.m. Friday or on a weekend/holiday, or if the 48-hour period expires on a weekend/holiday.

Maintains existing police authority to order the alleged abuser to leave the premises, avoid all contact with the victim, and restricts re-entry except with police escort to collect personal effects.

Preserves existing penalties including arrest for violation of the separation order and seizure of firearms and ammunition used or threatened in the offense.

Takes effect upon approval with no retroactive application to proceedings begun before enactment.