HI HB1513

Establishes good Samaritan protections in Chapter 708 allowing bystanders to remove animals from locked or inaccessible motor vehicles without criminal liability if they act reasonably, in good faith, and meet specific conditions.

Requires potential rescuers to determine the vehicle is locked or inaccessible, have good faith belief the animal is in imminent physical danger, contact police/emergency services before or soon after forcible entry, remain with the animal until responders arrive, use only necessary force, and turn the animal over to emergency responders.

Limits civil liability in Chapter 663 for property damage or trespass to motor vehicles caused during animal rescues, except for acts constituting willful misconduct.

Authorizes county police officers, firefighters, animal control officers, and emergency responders to remove animals from vehicles and transport them to animal shelters, veterinary hospitals, or other safekeeping, with owners responsible for accrued maintenance, care, and medical treatment costs.

Requires emergency responders to leave written notice on rescued vehicles with responder name, office, and location where the animal can be claimed after all charges are paid.