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HRS §286-16

State rules for vehicle inspection, driver licenses, and registration

The transportation director sets the same rules for vehicle inspections, driver licenses, and vehicle registration across the state. This includes what records must be kept for registered vehicles and licensed drivers. The section only gives this authority; it does not list specific rules.

state agencies

The statute, as written — Powers and duties

The director of transportation shall prescribe uniform standards and procedures for motor vehicle inspection, driver licensing, and registration, including the form and content of records to be maintained for the registration of vehicles and for the licensing of drivers. [L Sp 1977 1st, c 20, pt of §8]
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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