HI HB2571

Creates a new subcategory of "watchperson" under security guard licensing, defined as an unregistered and unarmed person responsible for safekeeping of real property and reporting crimes.

Allows individuals to work as watchpersons for up to 60 days without guard registration, addressing high turnover in temporary construction site and development positions.

Requires watchpersons to complete all standard guard registration requirements (background checks, classroom instruction, training, testing) within 60 days of their activation date or cease working in guard capacity.

Modifies Hawaii Revised Statutes section 463-7 to permit individuals to engage in guard business with either a license or registration, creating the pathway for unregistered watchperson employment.

Activation dates are tied to individuals independent of employment relationships, with each person allowed only one activation date to prevent circumventing the 60-day temporary employment window.