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HRS §291C-194

Moped drivers must carry and show their license

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗

You cannot drive a moped unless you have a valid driver's license or instruction permit with you at all times. If a police officer asks, you must show it. Breaking this rule leads to penalties under another law.

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The statute, as written — Driver's license possession; required

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.

(a) No person shall drive a moped unless the person is in immediate possession of a valid driver's license or instruction permit at all times. (b) The driver of a moped shall, upon the demand of a police officer, exhibit the driver's driver's license or instruction permit. (c) Any person who is convicted of violating this section shall be subject to penalties as provided under section 291C-161(b) and (h).
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§291C-161 Traffic violation fines and other penalties

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