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HRS §291C-192

Who is responsible when a moped driver breaks traffic rules

This section says that anyone who breaks a moped traffic rule is violating the law. If a minor does it, their parent or guardian is also responsible for damages and court penalties. The rules apply to anyone driving a moped on public roads or other public places in Hawaii.

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The statute, as written — Effect of violations; vicarious responsibility; jurisdiction

(a) It is a violation for any person to do any act forbidden or fail to perform any act required in this part, except as otherwise provided by law. (b) Any negligence, misconduct, or violation of this part by a minor while driving a moped shall be imputed to the parent or guardian having custody of such minor, which person shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for any damages caused by such negligence or misconduct and any penalty assessed by the courts for such violation. (c) This part applies to every person driving a moped upon any roadway or highway or any other publicly owned place under the jurisdiction of the State or any county.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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