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HRS §291C-12

Stop and stay after a crash that kills or seriously hurts someone

If you are in a crash that seriously injures or kills someone, you must stop your car at or near the scene and stay there until you have done what the law requires. You must not block traffic more than needed. Breaking this rule is a serious crime with big penalties.

The statute, as written — Collisions involving death or serious bodily injury

(a) The driver of any vehicle involved in a collision resulting in serious bodily injury to or death of any person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the collision or as close thereto as possible but shall then forthwith return to and in every event shall remain at the scene of the collision until the driver has fulfilled the requirements of section 291C-14. Every stop shall be made without obstructing traffic more than is necessary. (b) Any person who violates subsection (a) shall be guilty of a class B felony. (c) The license or permit to drive and any nonresident operating privilege of the person so convicted shall be revoked. (d) For any violation under this section, a surcharge of $500 shall be imposed, in addition to any other penalties, and shall be deposited into the neurotrauma special fund. (e) For any violation under this section, a surcharge of up to $500 may be imposed, in addition to other penalties, which shall be deposited into the trauma system special fund.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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