HRS §290-7
What happens to money from a vehicle sale
Money from selling a vehicle goes to the county's general fund. The legal or registered owner can get back any extra money after expenses if they file a claim within one year. The county can also file a claim for any shortfall.
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The statute, as written — Disposition of proceeds
All proceeds from the sale of vehicles shall be deposited into the general fund of the county. The legal or registered owner is entitled to recover the excess of the proceeds from the sale over expenses, if the claim is filed with the county within one year from the execution of the sales agreement. The registered owner shall receive priority of payment to the extent of the registered owner's lien on the vehicle. The county may file a claim within the same period against the legal or registered owner or person with an unrecorded interest for the deficiencies between the sale proceeds and expenses.
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