HI SB3294

Amends Hawaii's wrongful imprisonment compensation law to shift the burden of proof from the petitioner to the State, requiring the State to prove by preponderance of evidence that a conviction reversal was inconsistent with innocence.

Maintains compensation at $50,000 per year of wrongful imprisonment, with courts able to award up to $100,000 in additional compensation for extraordinary circumstances, plus reasonable attorneys' fees capped at $10,000.

Requires the Department of Human Services to assign a case manager for 60 days upon release to assist with housing, employment, medical appointments, and benefits; the Department of Corrections must provide a state identification card upon release.

Provides wrongfully imprisoned individuals with state medical coverage (including spouse and dependents) for a period equal to their imprisonment time, and ensures benefit eligibility continues until gainful employment.

Mandates the Attorney General submit annual reports to the legislature detailing all wrongful conviction claims, including petition filing dates, court findings, and case statuses.