HRS §143-17

Wrongful interference with officers

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This section makes it illegal to resist or obstruct an officer who is doing their duties under this chapter. It is a narrow rule about interfering with officers.

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The statute, as written — Wrongful interference with officers

A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

It shall be unlawful for any person to resist or obstruct any officer in the exercise of the officer's duties as provided in this chapter.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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