HB 202 Summary

• Allows persons to apply to court for expungement of records for offenses under HRS §708-814.7, §711-1105, and other statutes/ordinances not involving bodily harm, where conduct was substantially related to homeless status

• Court shall grant expungement and waive all outstanding fines and fees if applicant has satisfied judgment requirements (except fees/fines) and expresses willingness to seek financial or mental health counseling if applicable

• Expunged records must be removed from all official recordation retained by county police departments and the attorney general

• Restores applicant to legal status as if citation, arrest, conviction, or disposition never occurred; applicant may deny the offense in response to inquiries without penalty for perjury or false statement

• Establishes standardized application form requiring applicant information, attestation that conduct was related to homeless status, and acknowledgment of counseling willingness if financial or mental health challenges contributed to homelessness