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HI SB2081
Bill
AI Summary
- Allows a person to unilaterally remove their name from a jointly-titled motor vehicle registration if a divorce decree awarded sole ownership of the vehicle to the other party
- Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 286-49, which currently presumes joint tenancy for vehicles registered under two or more names
- Addresses the current requirement that both parties must sign for any changes to jointly-titled vehicle registrations, which creates problems when divorced couples cannot or will not cooperate
- Protects divorced individuals from potential liability for vehicle abandonment, citations, unpaid registration fees, and accident damages involving a vehicle they no longer own
- Takes effect upon approval by the Governor
Legislative Description
Relating To Motor Vehicles.
Motor Vehicles
Last Action
The committee on TRS deferred the measure.
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/22/2026
Full Bill Text
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