HRS §197-5

Breaking these rules is a petty misdemeanor

If you break any rule in this chapter or any rule made under it, you commit a petty misdemeanor. If found guilty, you will be punished as the law says. This section sets the penalty for violations.

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The statute, as written — General penalty

Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter, or any rule adopted pursuant to this chapter, shall be guilty of a petty misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished as provided by law.

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

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