HI SB2393

Enacts the Uniform Recognition and Enforcement of Canadian Domestic-Violence Protection Orders Act as a new chapter in Hawaii Revised Statutes, establishing procedures for recognizing and enforcing Canadian domestic-violence protection orders in Hawaii.

Authorizes law enforcement officers to enforce Canadian domestic-violence protection orders if they determine probable cause exists that a valid order is in effect, without requiring a certified copy to be presented.

Allows Hawaiian tribunals to enforce Canadian domestic-violence protection orders through court proceedings following state procedures, with orders being enforceable if they identify protected individuals and respondents, are valid and in effect, and comply with due process requirements.

Permits individuals to register Canadian domestic-violence protection orders in Hawaiian state courts by presenting a certified copy and sworn affidavit, with no filing fee required, though registration is not mandatory for enforcement.

Takes effect January 1, 2023 and applies to orders issued before or after the effective date, as well as violations occurring before or after implementation.