HI SB269

Allows persons convicted of violating section 711-1105, county ordinances against sitting or lying on public sidewalks, or obstructing/occupying public places to petition for conviction vacation within three years of final judgment.

Court shall vacate conviction if preponderance of evidence shows petitioner was homeless at time of offense, or was denied access to emergency/transitional shelter or homeless services for at least five days prior to offense.

Defines key terms including "homeless," "emergency shelter," "transitional shelter," "homeless facility," and "public place" by reference to section 346-361 and specific enumeration of public locations.

Petition process follows Hawaii Rules of Penal Procedure for post-conviction proceedings except where this section creates different requirements.

Effective date January 7, 2059.