HI SB1257

Establishes a permanent Agricultural Crimes Task Force within the Department of Agriculture to develop prevention strategies, coordinate with law enforcement and prosecutors, recommend legislation, and conduct education outreach programs for farmers

Creates a new criminal offense of "agricultural crime" classified as a Class C felony for property crimes committed on agricultural property, including theft, vandalism, trespassing, hunting violations, and negligent failure to control dangerous dogs

First offense penalties include fines up to $2,000 and/or imprisonment up to one year; second or subsequent offenses carry mandatory minimum fines of $10,000 and/or imprisonment up to five years

Holds parents or legal guardians liable when minors (under 18) commit agricultural crimes on agricultural property

Requires convicted offenders to pay restitution to agricultural property owners for damages and losses, and appropriates unspecified general funds for task force operations, staffing, equipment, and outreach