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HRS §190D-34

Fines for doing mariculture or OTEC without approval

This section sets a fine for anyone who does mariculture or ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) activities that a lease forbids, or does them in state marine waters without board approval. Each day of violation is a separate offense, and the penalty is enforced through a civil action.

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The statute, as written — Penalties

Any person who conducts any mariculture or OTEC activities prohibited by a lease granted by the board, or who conducts these activities in or upon state marine waters without having obtained the approval of the board, shall be fined not more than $10,000 for each separate offense. Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense. Any action taken to impose or collect the penalty provided for in this section shall be considered a civil action.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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