HI HB1284

Increases fines for unauthorized or improper use of parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities under Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 291-57.

Raises first-time violation fines from $250 maximum to $500 minimum and $1,000 maximum.

Raises subsequent violation fines from $250-$500 range to $500 minimum and $1,000 maximum.

Applies to violations including failing to display proper placards, displaying invalid placards, using another person's placard, parking in access aisles, or obstructing disability space access.

Requires violators to pay court costs in addition to fines, with reduced penalties ($25-$100) for disabled persons who failed to display valid current placards.