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HI HR193
Resolution
Status
3/8/2019
Primary Sponsor
Chris Lee
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AI Summary
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Establishes a task force to review and recommend fair and proportional fines for penalties in Hawaii, addressing concerns that flat fines do not serve as equal deterrents across different income levels.
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Task force composition includes the Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme Court (chair), state Attorney General, state Public Defender, Prosecuting Attorneys from each county, chairs of House and Senate Judiciary committees, and additional members appointed by the chair.
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Recognizes that flat fines like those for speeding create unequal justice, as a $200 fine may meaningfully deter average-income individuals but require a $2,000 fine to deter wealthy individuals.
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Task force must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation no later than twenty days before the 2020 Regular Session convenes.
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Certified copies of the resolution shall be transmitted to the Governor, Chief Justice, Attorney General, Public Defender, and each county's Prosecuting Attorney.
Legislative Description
Requesting A Task Force To Review And Report On The Establishment Of Fair And Proportional Fines For Certain Penalties In Hawaii To Ensure A Fair And Meaningful Deterrent To Illegal Behavior For Individuals Across The Economic Spectrum.
Task Force
Last Action
Referred to JUD, referral sheet 33
3/14/2019