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HRS §287-45

Which vehicles are not covered by this law

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗

This section lists vehicles that are not covered by the chapter, except for a few specific rules. It applies to government-owned vehicles and vehicles already regulated under another chapter. Most of the chapter does not apply to them, but some sections still do.

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The statute, as written — Exceptions

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.

This chapter, except for section 287-20 shall not apply with respect to any motor vehicle owned by the United States, this State, or any political subdivision thereof; nor, except for sections 287-4 and 287-37, with respect to any motor vehicle which is subject to the requirements of chapter 288.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§287-20 Showing proof of insurance after certain driving offenses

§287-4 Reporting a car accident

LawTrove is not legal advice. The summary above is a computer-generated restatement — the authoritative text is the official version linked above.